Opera
Young People's Chorus of NYC Debuts 'Transient Glory III' Disc with Free Download
Jonas Kaufmann Cancels 'Manon Lescaut' Performance at Met Opera, Replaced by Roberto Alagna
It appears the Metropolitan Opera is highly susceptible to singers calling out sick (or perhaps it's due to the weather). Jonas Kaufmann, in an unfortunate recurrence, has canceled his performances of 'Puccini's Manon' Lescaut at the Metropolitan Opera. Filling in for Kaufmann is none other than fellow star, tenor Roberto Alagna. New York Philharmonic Names Jaap van Zweden as Next Music Director Post-Alan Gilbert
It was announced Wednesday morning that the New York Philharmonic named Jaap van Zweden as its next music director. The appointment marks an end to Alan Gilbert's tenure, which started in 2009, and grants van Zweden the title post as he helps guide Lincoln Center through a costly season of renovations.
