by Patrick D. McCoy | Nov 7, 2019 | Article, Featured, From the Archives, Interviews, News
INTERVIEW: Samuel Ramey is one of the most famous basses singing in the world today. Patrick D. McCoy spoke with Mr. Ramey about his career, recent book and operatic performances, including his 2010 appearance with Washington National Opera in “Hamlet” by...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Sep 30, 2019 | Featured, News, Reviews
A Legend Returns: A favorite of The Metropolitan Opera, soprano Leona Mitchell appeared in recital on Saturday evening in Baltimore. by Patrick D. McCoy For devout opera fans, the name Leona Mitchell rings a loud bell and for good reason. The Grammy award winning...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Sep 27, 2019 | Article, Breaking News, Featured, News, Reviews
The Return of An American Classic “It has been nearly thirty years since the George Gershwin opera “Porgy and Bess” has been performed at The Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. In 1985, the first Met performance was headed by an all-star cast which...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Aug 20, 2019 | Article, Featured, From the Archives, Interviews, News
A REPRISE: Nine years ago, I had the honor of interviewing bass-baritone Eric Owens about his role as Porgy in the 2010 production of “Porgy and Bess” with Washington National Opera. In celebration of his reprise of this role at The Metropolitan Opera...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Aug 13, 2019 | Article, Featured, News
A SPARKLING JEWEL: Born on this day 1948 in Portsmouth,Ohio-the internationally acclaimed soprano Kathleen Battle continues to be revered for her beautiful, pure tone, musicality and glamorous stage presence. by Patrick D. McCoy Today marks the birthday of one of...
