Classical Opera’s performance of one of Mozart’s earliest operas throbbed with youthful energy; a strong cast brought the humour to life and made up for any weakness in the score.
2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2018-06-08UTC14:29:44+00:002018-06-08Classical Opera’s performance of one of Mozart’s earliest operas throbbed with youthful energy; a strong cast brought the humour to life and made up for any weakness in the score.Youthful japes: La finta semplice at the QEHen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-mozart-finta-semplice-page-muhlemann-classical-opera-queen-elizabeth-hall-june-2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDominic Lowehttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/20105https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/20105https://bachtrack.com/files/30245-dominic_lowe.jpgDominic Lowe recently completed a degree in Classics, and one of his great interests is the reception of Greece and Rome in opera. A regular opera-goer since his very early teens, he is particularly keen on the hidden operatic gems of the 19th century. He is largely based in the South of England.https://bachtrack.com/files/84783-la-finta-semplice-classical-opera-the-mozartists-qeh-regula-muhlemann--rosina---lukas-jakobski--cassandro---benjamin-ealovega-4-resized.png510340Regula Mühlemann (Rosina) and Lukas Jakobski (Cassandro)2018-Jun-06, Queen Elizabeth Hall: Mozart: La finta semplicehttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/queen-elizabeth-hall/mozart-la-finta-semplice/06-june-2018/19-002018-06-062018-06-08Southbank Centre: Queen Elizabeth HallLondonGreater LondonUnited KingdomSE1 8XXBelvedere Road51.505687-0.11683700000003228https://bachtrack.com/files/74494-finta.jpg4
Despite the entertainment value and striking imagery, Kramer's production is a surprisingly dull affair, with curiously little chemistry between the lead couple.
2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2018-04-14UTC07:43:17+00:002018-03-19Despite the entertainment value and striking imagery, Kramer's production is a surprisingly dull affair, with curiously little chemistry between the lead couple.More croce than delizia: Daniel Kramer’s new Traviata offers entertainment but little hearten_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-traviata-kramer-boyle-moyake-opie-english-national-opera-march-2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngKevin W Nghttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/15781https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/15781https://bachtrack.com/files/40587-kevin-w-ng.jpgKevin is currently a student at the University of British Columbia. He is a violinist and violist, and regularly performs as a soloist, orchestral player, and chamber musician. Particular interests include French violin sonatas, 20th century opera, and Richard Strauss.https://bachtrack.com/files/78880-eno-traviata-claudia-boyle--c--catherine-ashmore-resized.jpg510340Claudia Boyle (Violetta)Catherine Ashmore2018-Mar-16, The London Coliseum: La traviatahttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/the-london-coliseum/la-traviata/16-march-2018/19-302018-03-162018-04-13The London ColiseumLondonGreater LondonUnited KingdomWC2N 4ESSt. Martin's Lane51.5097808100746-0.126857757568359https://bachtrack.com/files/58745-eno-latraviata17-18-2000x1000-800x600.jpg2
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-12-13UTC09:42:30+00:002017-12-04Christian Gerhaher’s experience in a role he knows well rescued an evening of mitigated pleasures.Hrůša conducts a flawed Don Giovanni in Bambergen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-don-giovanni-hrusa-gerhaher-bamberg-december-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngMark Valenciahttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17174https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17174https://bachtrack.com/files/280-mark_valencia.jpgMark has worked in arts journalism for more than thirty years, initially as a broadcaster then later in print as a writer and French-English translator for music magazines and CD companies. He has been a regular reviewer of opera, music and theatre since 2008 and is opera editor for WhatsOnStage. Mark's background is in education - teaching drama and directing. His passion for music and theatre has led him to collaborate with a number of composers on lyrics and librettos.https://bachtrack.com/files/72437-christian-gerhaher-c-jim-rakete---sony-classical-resized.jpg510340Christian GerhaherJim Rakete | Sony Classical2017-Dec-01, Konzerthalle Bamberg: Joseph Keilberth Saal: Mozarthttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/konzerthalle-bamberg-joseph-keilberth-saal/mozart/01-december-2017/19-002017-12-012017-12-01Konzerthalle Bamberg: Joseph Keilberth SaalBambergBavariaGermany96047Mußstr. 149.896880569689810.8788198232651https://bachtrack.com/files/38557-bamberg.gif3
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-05-22UTC15:31:32+00:002017-05-22Renaud Doucet and André Barbe’s La bohème for Scottish Opera set in the jazz-age is packed with Parisian life. Scottish Opera’s detailed La bohème bursts with joie de vivreen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-boheme-lee-gomes-doucet-scottish-opera-glasgow-may-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDavid Smythehttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/994https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/994https://bachtrack.com/files/40601-david-smythe.jpgDavid the farmer was drawn into music through choirs, orchestras, taking part in and directing 'serious' opera as a student. Passionate about live classical music, particularly chamber opera, unusual pieces and events and giving the next generation the tools to engage with the classical world.https://bachtrack.com/files/60301-jeanine-de-bique--musetta--and-the-chorus-of-la-boheme--scottish-opera-2017--credit-sally-jubb-resized.jpg510340Jeanine De Bique (Musetta)Sally Jubb2017-May-09, Theatre Royal: La bohèmehttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/theatre-royal-43/la-boheme/09-may-2017/19-152017-05-092017-05-20Theatre RoyalGlasgowScotlandUnited KingdomG2 3QA55.866092-4.256785https://bachtrack.com/files/65406-scottish-opera-logo.jpg4
2016Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2016-10-17UTC12:21:05+00:002016-10-17A lack of inspiration and dull staging is a serious hindrance to the second of Glyndebourne's touring productions.A drab Don Giovanni from the Glyndebourne Touren_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-don-giovanni-kent-rock-cedel-glyndebourne-tour-october-2016Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDominic Lowehttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/20105https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/20105https://bachtrack.com/files/30245-dominic_lowe.jpgDominic Lowe recently completed a degree in Classics, and one of his great interests is the reception of Greece and Rome in opera. A regular opera-goer since his very early teens, he is particularly keen on the hidden operatic gems of the 19th century. He is largely based in the South of England.https://bachtrack.com/files/47415-don-giovanni-don-giovanni--duncan-rock--and-il-commendatore--andrii-goniukov---photographer-tristram-kenton-resized.jpg510340Duncan Rock (Don Giovanni) and Andrii Goniukov (The Commendatore)Tristram Kenton2016-Oct-15, Glyndebourne Opera House: Don Giovannihttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/glyndebourne-opera-house/don-giovanni/15-october-2016/16-002016-10-152016-11-04Glyndebourne Opera HouseGlyndebourneSouth-EastUnited KingdomBN8 5UU50.877850.062043https://bachtrack.com/files/48878-glyndebourne-logo.jpg3
The away leg of Rossini's “Italian girl - Turkish guy” fixture makes for a thoroughly enjoyable evening at Garsington, without ever quite bursting into flame.
2016Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2016-06-05UTC14:56:01+00:002016-06-05The away leg of Rossini's “Italian girl - Turkish guy” fixture makes for a thoroughly enjoyable evening at Garsington, without ever quite bursting into flame.Faux orientalism meets La dolce vita: Garsington's L'italiana in Algerien_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-italiana-algeri-tuckett-kutlu-garsington-june-2016Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDavid Karlinhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/3https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/3https://bachtrack.com/files/40449-david-karlin.jpgDavid is a co-founder of Bachtrack. He is a musical omnivore interested in almost all types of music, but with a particular love of Italian opera. You can contact him from this link.https://bachtrack.com/files/40523-garsington-opera-l-italiana-in-algeri-2016bozidar-smiljanic--haly--riccardo-novaro--taddeo--ezgi-kutlu--isabella--credit-johan-persson-.jpg510296Johan Persson2016-Jun-04, Garsington Opera: Garsington Opera: L'italiana in Algerihttps://bachtrack.com/listing-l-italiana-in-algeri-garsington-opera-june-20162016-06-042016-07-10Garsington OperaHigh WycombeSouth-EastUnited KingdomHP14 3YEThe Wormsley Estate51.6492750856721-0.925297737121582https://bachtrack.com/files/51322-garsington-opera-logo.jpg3
2015Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2015-11-02UTC10:33:22+00:002015-11-01A polished production of The Marriage of Figaro from some of the potential opera stars of the future.A marriage of youth and experience: Mozart's Figaro in Hackneyen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-nozze-di-figaro-royal-academy-opera-hackney-october-2015Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngMatthew Ryehttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/19100https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/19100https://bachtrack.com/files/24809-matthew_rye.jpgMatthew read music at Oxford and has worked in music journalism for 30 years as a writer, critic and editor. He has written numerous programme and CD booklet notes, spent 13 years as a Daily Telegraph critic, worked at BBC Music Magazine and was reviews editor of The Strad, for which he continues to write. He also writes for The Wagner Journal and Opera Now and blogs at ferneklang.blogspot.co.uk. He was general editor of 1001 Classical Recordings You Must Hear Before You Die (Cassell Illustrated, 2007) and is the author of a new series of eBooks, Masterpieces of Music (Erudition).https://bachtrack.com/files/30367-figaro_ram_bozidar_smiljanic_robert_workman_resized.jpg510340Božidar Smiljanic (Figaro)Robert Workman2015-Oct-30, Hackney Empire: Royal Academy Opera at Hackney Empire: Le nozze di Figarohttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/hackney-empire/royal-academy-opera-at-hackney-empire-le-nozze-di-figaro/30-october-2015/19-002015-10-302015-11-02Hackney EmpireLondonGreater LondonUnited KingdomE8 1EJ291 Mare Street, ,Hackney51.5454810155893-0.0554251670837402https://bachtrack.com/files/25849-dsc_9431_smaller.jpg4
2015Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2015-03-19UTC16:27:59+00:002015-03-19Does the devil get the best tunes? Nick Shadow steals the show in the Royal Academy's production of The Rake's Progress.Blue lips and beards: The Rake's Progress at the Royal Academy of Musicen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-rakes-progress-royal-academy-music-march-2015Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngRichard Milnehttps://bachtrack.com/files/8659-bozidar_smiljanic_nick_rao_resized.jpg510340Božidar Smiljanić (Nick Shadow)Royal Academy Opera2015-Mar-12, Royal Academy of Music: Sir Jack Lyons Theatre: Royal Academy Opera: The Rake's Progresshttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/royal-academy-of-music-sir-jack-lyons-theatre/royal-academy-opera-the-rakes-progress/12-march-2015/19-002015-03-122015-03-17Royal Academy of Music: Sir Jack Lyons TheatreLondonGreater LondonUnited KingdomNW1 5HTMarylebone Road51.523310600392-0.15198469161987https://bachtrack.com/files/17531-fb_building_background.jpg3
Royal Academy Opera's thoroughly competent Suor Angelica precedes a fabulously entertaining Gianni Schicchi, with a top drawer performance from Haobin Wang in the title role.
2014Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2014-11-18UTC13:18:25+00:002014-11-18Royal Academy Opera's thoroughly competent Suor Angelica precedes a fabulously entertaining Gianni Schicchi, with a top drawer performance from Haobin Wang in the title role.Star of the future: Haobin Wang entertains as Gianni Schicchi at Royal Academyen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-haobin-wang-gianni-schicchi-suor-angelica-royal-academy-november-2014Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDavid Karlinhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/3https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/3https://bachtrack.com/files/40449-david-karlin.jpgDavid is a co-founder of Bachtrack. He is a musical omnivore interested in almost all types of music, but with a particular love of Italian opera. You can contact him from this link.https://bachtrack.com/files/7340-ram_haobin_wang_hana_zushi_rhodes_resized.jpg300457Haobin Wang (Gianni Schicchi)Hana Zushi-Rhodes | Royal Academy of Music2014-Nov-17, Royal Academy of Music: Sir Jack Lyons Theatre: Gianni Schicchi/ Suor Angelicahttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/royal-academy-of-music-sir-jack-lyons-theatre/gianni-schicchi-suor-angelica/17-november-2014/19-002014-11-172014-11-24Royal Academy of Music: Sir Jack Lyons TheatreLondonGreater LondonUnited KingdomNW1 5HTMarylebone Road51.523310600392-0.151984691619874
