Puccini’s ‘Butterfly’ and ‘Turandot’: More Than Appropriation
The history and curiosity behind these operas, both set in Asia, complicate often simplistic criticisms of borrowing and stereotyping.
Beyoncé Takes on Italian Opera for ‘Cowboy Carter’ Track ‘Daughter’
On the star’s new album, the track “Daughter” includes her take on an 18th-century Italian song most often heard in classical music recitals.
Peter Eotvos, Hungarian Modernist Composer and Conductor, Dies at 80
A tireless advocate of contemporary music, he adapted literary sources both modern and classic, instilling his work with “inimitable character and pathos.”
Patrick Carfizzi Is ‘the Heart and Soul’ of the Met Opera
Patrick Carfizzi, a vibrant performer in supporting roles, has grabbed attention in a new production of Verdi’s “La Forza del Destino.”