Wolf Trap Opera

The Future of Opera

March 22, 2013
by Kim

Tired & Timid

Vince Lombardi famously said, “Fatigue makes cowards of us all.” Making music – in real time, in front of real people, without a net – takes many things. Skill, preparation, natural talent, dedication. But one thing might trump all those. … Continue reading

March 19, 2013
by Kim

Come on Inside

I taught an intro-to-opera class here at Wolf Trap five years ago, and I was surprised and gratified by the enthusiastic response from my “students” (many of whom were as knowledgeable as I!) I’ve been asked frequently since then if … Continue reading

March 8, 2013
by Kim

Comfort: The Enemy?

I’m obsessed with podcasts and besotted with Radio Lab. Their recent Speedy Beet episode really churned up my mind. If you don’t have time to listen now, here’s the summary. Beethoven’s metronome markings (indicating the speed at which the composer … Continue reading

February 26, 2013
by Kim

Song

I adore the magnificent many-headed monster that is opera. It’s a beautiful and messy example of how a hastily assembled group of opinionated people can somehow manage to work as a team to create a functional (and sometimes magnificent) thing … Continue reading