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Renée FlemingThe Language of Song
Renée Fleming is one of opera's best-known stars, having performed both at the Met and on Letterman. On today's show: the Grammy-nominated soprano tells us about building audiences for opera, and having her image plastered all over New York City buses this fall. Also: New trends in contemporary opera. Plus: Scottish folk-singer Julie Fowlis performs live in our studio.
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The Age of the CNN Opera
New operas based on world events, movies or popular books are more popular than ever. But according to Washington Post music critic Anne Midgette "people who go to see an opera based on a book they liked often come away disappointed." She explains why.
Soundcheck blog: John Schaefer asks: "What IS opera, anyway?"
Renée Fleming
Soprano Renée Fleming remains one of opera's best-known stars, as evidenced by her headlining appearance at the Metropolitan Opera's opening night gala, and her latest CD, Strauss' "Four Last Songs," to be released this week. But she’s increasingly expanding her profile beyond opera – launching a signature perfume and performing at the Olympics last month. She joins us to talk about her busy fall and her love of Strauss.
Julie Fowlis
Singer Julie Fowlis is among the one percent of her compatriots in North Uist, Scotland, who can speak Scottish Gaelic. Still, that is the language in which she sings (mostly) traditional songs about simple life in her hometown. Despite the language barrier, Julie has gained fans at home and abroad, as well as awards in the UK for best folk singer and emerging artist. She joins us for a live performance.
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The Ill Effects of Urban Noise
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Soundcheck received an overwhelming response to our segment on the effects of urban noise. So much so that Arline Bronzaft decided to address the feedback. Listen to the original segment and read Bronzaft's response.
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