
An Opera Rara podcast exploring the lives of composers through their music. Hosted by Flora Willson, Lives in Song offers listeners a deeper understanding of the music and the people behind opera’s enduring works. www.opera-rara.com
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsMusicMusic HistoryArts | |||

Following the disastrous premiere of Madama Butterfly in 1904, Giacomo Puccini faced a severe creative and personal crisis. Bruised by failure and an awful car accident, the great composer struggled to find his next operatic subject. Yet, what follow... more
What does it take to truly bring Giacomo Puccini’s most tragic and beautiful heroines to life on the modern stage? In this episode of Lives in Song, host Flora Willson sits down with internationally acclaimed operatic soprano Ermonela Jaho. Celebrate... more
Giacomo Puccini is famous for his soaring melodies and heartbreaking arias, but his genius extended far beyond the vocal line.
In this episode of Lives in Song, host Flora Willson sits down with Carlo Rizzi, world-renowned conductor and Artistic Dir... more
In 1883, a young Giacomo Puccini entered a one-act opera competition in Milan. He lost. But that failure - his first opera, Le Willis - caught the attention of the powerful Ricordi publishing house, launching the career of the man who would become It... more
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Exploring the intersections of biography and music, the episodes focus primarily on renowned composers from the realm of opera. Central to discussions is the life and work of Gaetano Donizetti and Giacomo Puccini, with engaging analyses of their musical contributions and personal struggles. Each episode often features insights from scholars, bringing a nuanced understanding of not only specific compositions but also the broader cultural and historical contexts that shaped these artists. Notably, episodes delve into significant themes such as loss, love, and artistic inspiration, revealing how personal narratives intertwine with their lasting legacies in the operatic genre. This particular focus on personal backgrounds alongside musical expl... more
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Recent guests on Lives in Song include:
1. Alexandra Wilson
2. Ditlev Rindom
3. Roger Parker
4. Martin Cullingford
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