Recital by James King
The Society presented the internationally renowned heldentenor in his only New York recital, joined for a duet by Kathryn Chase, soprano; David Triestram, pianist.
The Society presented the internationally renowned heldentenor in his only New York recital, joined for a duet by Kathryn Chase, soprano; David Triestram, pianist.
Speight Jenkins, General Director of the Seattle Opera, in a preview of his company’s new Ring production.
A Discussion. With Arizona Opera Ring principals Janet Northway, Caroline Whisnant, Mark Rehnstrom, and Edward Russell; Thurmond Smithgall, moderator.
View from the Pit. Principals: Ira Lieberman (violin), Richard Reissig (French horn and Wagner tuba), Marvin Topolsky (string bass); Robert J. Sweeney, moderator.
Gala concert and tributes, including one from the Society, on the 50th anniversary of his Met debut.
Principals: Prof. Timothy P. Martin and Geoffrey S. Riggs. Preparation for the Opera Orchestra of New York’s concert performance.
Reception and Interview: Jon Vickers, world-renowned heldentenor; Thurmond Smithall, interviewer.
Fantasy for Solo Percussion and Orchestra. Lecture by composer Christopher Rouse, on his work to be given its New York premiere on Nov. 7 by the Philadelphia Orchestra at Carnegie Hall.
Interview, recital, and reception. Eike Wilm Schulte (baritone and Herald in Met Lohengrin) interviewed by Anthony Coggi (Verena Kossodo, translator). Mr. Schulte also performed several selections; Mrs. Kossodo, pianist.
Reception and Interview with Met divas Inge Borkh and Blanche Thebom; Lew Granville, interviewer. With slides from their Met performances.
Interview and question period with Wolfgang Wagner on the occasion of his and Frau Gudrun Wagner’s five-day visit to New York City
Reception and interview with Jane Eaglen (Brünnhilde in the Met Ring) and her husband, Brian Lyson; Lew Grenville, interviewer.