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Opera in modern times

Yesterday afternoon, I strolled down to the Sydney Opera House for Great Opera Hits – a concert performance featuring four of Opera Australia’s finest young singers. While I’m not here to review the concert, I will say that I thoroughly enjoyed it and gladly recommend it. I experienced those sought-after “chills” on more than one occasion – and, if you read my Valentine’s Day blog, you’ll understand the kind of forces that must be engaged for that to occur. All performers were great. I was particularly amused by baritone Andrew Jones’ super-hammy presence. While I’m no expert, I expect he’ll do quite well for himself. As I say, I’m no opera expert (I feel I’m cutting Sarah’s grass a little with this blog). I’m not even a huge fan, but that may be gradually changing. Yesterday’s concert was essentially an operatic highlights reel. My short attention span was grateful. The most powerful moments from the most popular operas delivered in succession and, while there was no storyline with which to engage, the music was beautiful and entertainment enough. As always, I was amazed by the talent and physical strength possessed by opera singers. It is, therefore, a shame that I…

May 31, 2012