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Opera on Record

by Jack Gardner

Welcome to Opera on Record Ever wondered how legendary roles have evolved over a century of sound? In Opera on Record, we take you on an immersive journey across time—tracing iconic operatic roles from the pioneer recording artists of the late 19th century all the way to today's modern stars. Opera is a living tradition. For generations, vocal nuances and master secrets were passed down only through word of mouth or worn sheet music. But with the invention of the gramophone, history shifted: the composer's true intent was captured in wax, vinyl, and digital tracks. Join us as we uncover timeless musical choices, shifting audience tastes, and the fascinating evolution of the operatic voice. Tune in and discover how the art of singing continues to reinvent itself! Uploads Mondays, bi-weekly

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Episodes

  1. Brünnhilde's Battle Cry: Part 2

    (00:00:00) Introduction (00:02:42) The 1930's (00:07:23) The 1940s (00:09:33) The 1950's (00:13:52) The 1960's (00:19:11) The 1970's and 1980's (00:24:23) The 1990's and beyond In Opera on Record, we examine historic recordings of an opera aria from the earliest example possible, hopefully near…

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  2. Brünnhilde's Battle Cry : Part One

    (00:00:00) Introduction (00:03:58) The Pioneers (00:22:34) The 1910's (00:28:15) The 1920's In Opera on Record, we examine historic recordings of an opera aria from the earliest example possible, hopefully near or within the composer's lifetime, through the acoustic recording era that began in…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Opera on Record

Ever wondered how legendary roles have evolved over a century of sound? In Opera on Record, we take you on an immersive journey across time—tracing iconic operatic roles from the pioneer recording artists of the late 19th century all the way to today's modern stars.

Opera is a living tradition. For generations, vocal nuances and master secrets were passed down only through word of mouth or worn sheet music. But with the invention of the gramophone, history shifted: the composer's true intent was captured in wax, vinyl, and digital tracks. Join us as we uncover timeless musical choices, shifting audience tastes, and the fascinating evolution of the operatic voice. Tune in and discover how the art of singing continues to reinvent itself!

Uploads Mondays, bi-weekly

HOSTED BY

Jack Gardner

Produced by Nate Sykes

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Welcome to Opera on Record Ever wondered how legendary roles have evolved over a century of sound? In Opera on Record, we take you on an immersive journey across time—tracing iconic operatic roles from the pioneer recording artists of the late 19th century all the way to today's modern stars. Opera...

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