Podcasts about The Magic Flute

Have you ever thought about what the supertitles at the opera do and do not reveal? In this episode, which was recorded as part of LA Opera Connects' Exploring Opera series, Dr. Lily Kass shares her research into translations—how they mediate across time and culture, beyond simply translating a libretto. In the case of Barrie Kosky's production of "The Magic Flute," supertitles are used to combat racism, updating and mitigating a problematic text for modern audiences. Dive into the history, confront the past, and learn the relevance of this fascinating field, and we hope you'll join us for the incredible and storied "The Magic Flute." Tickets are on sale now at LAOpera.org.

A song can be a lifeline, but it can also become a loop you cannot climb out of. We take on a listener question we had to sit with: how can music help people in trouble? From breakups and work stress to grief and those days where everything feels heavy, we talk about what music actually does for the mind and body and why the “right” song changes depending on what you are going through.We get practical about using playlists as emotional tools: letting yourself play the sad songs when you need the cry, switching to angry music when sadness turns into rage, and reaching for upbeat tracks when you need a reset. We also share one of our biggest rules for mental health and music: do not overdo any one mood. If you stay in the same sonic space too long, the music can stop helping and start keeping you stuck. Sometimes the best move is to hit random, experiment with genres, and let your system find what it needs.Then we nerd out over how wordless music hits so hard. Classical can pull emotions to the surface fast, and “Adagio for Strings” comes up as a piece that sounds like grief itself, whether you connect it to Platoon or not. We also talk opera, from Carmen's drama to Mozart's The Magic Flute, as proof that music is a universal language even when you do not speak the lyrics.We also share a side story about hearing a new solo release that felt forced, and why you can tell when an artist is not feeling their own work. Finally, we draw the line clearly: music can assist, but for deeper problems you may need therapy or a music therapy professional too. If this conversation resonates, subscribe, share it with a friend, leave a rating or review, and send us your next question.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

In this episode, Richard Seaver Music Director James Conlon walks us through the history, the plot, and, of course, the music of Mozart's "The Magic Flute." Don't miss this fantastic and delightful opera, playing May 30-June 21, with a show just added on June 20. Get your tickets now at LAOpera.org.

The soprano Dame Felicity Lott talks to John Wilson about her distinguished career and cultural influences. One of Britain's best-loved sopranos, her breakthrough role was as a last minute stand-in for Pamina in The Magic Flute in 1975. Over the next four decades, she built an international career, performing at opera houses and concert halls around the world, singing works by composers including Richard Strauss, Schubert and Mozart. At home, she was seen frequently on television, sang regularly at the BBC Proms and was made a Dame in 1996. She was also the recipient of the Légion d'Honneur, France's highest cultural award. Dame Felicity sadly died on 15 May 2026, shortly after this programme was first broadcast.Producer: Edwina PitmanMusic and archive used:Ruhe sanft from Zaide, W A Mozart, sung by Felicity Lott Rudolf the Red-nosed Reindeer, courtesy of Felicity Lott The Last Night of the Proms, 1996, Ah! que j'aime les militaires from La grande-duchesse de Gérolstein, J Offenbach, sung by Felicity Lott Overture to The Magic Flute, W A Mozart An Die Musik, F Schubert, piano: Graham Johnston, sung by Felicity Lott Licht und Liebe, F Schubert, piano: Graham Johnson, sung by Anthony Rolfe Johnson and Felicity Lott Vier letzte Lieder: Im Abendrot, R Strauss, sung by Elisabeth Schwarzkopf Closing scene from Capriccio, R Strauss Act 1 from Der Rosenkavalier, sung by Anne Sofie von Otter and Felicity Lott Act III from Der Rosenkavalier, sung by Anne Sofie von Otter, Barbara Bonney and Felicity Lott Vier letzte Lieder: Beim Schlafengehen, R Strauss, sung by Felicity Lott

Shimmering soprano Sydney Mancasola shares her pre-show secrets, her Mozart favorites, and the joys of working with Maestro Conlon on LA Opera's upcoming production of "The Magic Flute," all on this episode of "Behind the Curtain." Listen in as Sydney and our host Gail Eichenthal chat about tiny violins, larger-than-life voices, unexpected contemporary opera collaborations... and you'll even find out what's on Sydney's playlist these days. Enjoy this lively conversation and then get your tickets to "The Magic Flute" at LAOpera.org—including our newly added performance on Saturday, June 20.

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Send us Fan MailWhy did Mozart compose so many operas during his short lifetime?In this episode of The Classical Music Minute, we explore why opera played such an important role in Mozart's career. In the late eighteenth century, opera was one of Europe's most popular forms of entertainment, and cities across the continent regularly commissioned new works for their theatres.Mozart was uniquely suited to the genre. Opera allowed him to combine expressive melodies, colourful orchestration, and theatrical storytelling into a single artistic experience.Collaborating with librettists such as Lorenzo Da Ponte, Mozart produced operatic masterpieces including The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, and The Magic Flute—works that remain central to the operatic repertoire today.In just sixty seconds, discover why opera became one of Mozart's most important creative outlets.Fun FactMozart's opera The Marriage of Figaro was considered controversial when it premiered in 1786 because its story involved servants outsmarting their aristocratic masters—a theme that challenged the social hierarchy of the time.About The Classical Music MinuteThe Classical Music Minute is a short podcast exploring fascinating stories, quirky history, and surprising facts from the world of classical music—all in about sixty seconds.Each episode offers a quick and entertaining glimpse into composers, masterpieces, musical traditions, and the curious moments that shaped music history.You can also read the written versions of these episodes on Substack, where they're published as short articles delivered directly to subscribers.About Steven, HostSteven Hobé is a Canadian composer and actor based in Toronto and a member of the Canadian League of Composers. He is the creator and host of The Classical Music Minute, a series devoted to making classical music history engaging, surprising, and accessible.Join me on Substack

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We spoke with the Edmonton Riverhawks about the proposed River Crossing plan that could turn the RE/MAX Field parking lot into housing. Plus, derelict property owners better look out — Mayor Andrew Knack is coming for you! And we reminisce about the good old days of Boston Pizza on Jasper Avenue.(00:00) - Introduction (01:11) - Ad: Edmonton Opera (05:02) - Scramble intersections (10:31) - River Crossing (21:39) - Ad: GoodMorning (22:27) - Derelict tax subclass (31:32) - Audit Committee tea (36:41) - Boston Pizza on Jasper Avenue (39:04) - Karen's Boston Pizza story (43:24) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode:Scramble intersectionsCity to remove scramble crosswalks on Whyte AvenuePedestrians speak out about Edmonton's plan to remove scramble crosswalks on Whyte AvenueCouncillor wants more data on Whyte Ave scramble crosswalk removal aimFull Interview: Director of Transportation Planning on Whyte Ave scramblesRiver CrossingRiver CrossingRiver Crossing Capital Profile AdjustmentEdmonton Historical Board: RossdaleInside the Rossdale Power PlantDerelict tax subclassCity of Edmonton takes aim at non-residential derelict properties with new tax subclass'We're coming for you': Edmonton begins four-year long process to tackle derelict propertiesDerelict Non-residential Tax SubclassVacant Residential and Non-residential PropertiesAudit Committee teaOffice of the City Auditor 2025 Annual ReportBoston Pizza on Jasper AvenueWhile Jasper Avenue Boston Pizza closes, traffic shifts towards Ice DistrictThis episode is brought to you by Edmonton Opera, which is is bringing the fantasy and fun of The Magic Flute back to the Jubilee Auditorium in its 2026-27 season. Part fairy tale, part adventure, this classic story unfolds in a world where darkness and light exist side by side, and Mozart's music shapes the journey at every turn. It's part of the season subscription — get yours today. Learn moreThis episode is also brought to you by GoodMorning, one of Canada's largest mattress retailers, founded right here in Edmonton. GoodMorning's first-ever flagship retail store is now open at 144 Mayfield Common NW. It's the best place to see, touch, and test the full collection of award-winning Canadian mattresses. Enjoy a relaxed, no-pressure way to find your next great night's sleep. Learn moreSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton. We deliver reliable intelligence about the Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free!Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★

Today, we bring you another episode of "20 Years with Maestro Conlon", our miniseries in which Gail Eichenthal illuminates the legacy of Maestro James Conlon, in his culminating season with LA Opera. This time, the dynamic pair focuses on 19th-century German Opera with an emphasis on Wagner. Learn why the Ring was a must, how many rehearsals a "Rheingold" fits into, and which 20th-century composers were Wagner devotées. Maestro Conlon rounds out our 40th Anniversary Season conducting Verdi's "Falstaff" and Mozart's "The Magic Flute". Get your tickets now at LAOpera.org.

Celebrating the 75th anniversary of The Tales of Hoffman! Newcomers Austin Lancaster, Alex Williams and Andréas Giannopoulos join host Thomas Caldwell to discuss Amadeus, The Magic Flute, Topsy Turvy and What's Opera Doc.

What is literally everyone's problem in this movie? This week Raven and Campbell discuss plot holes, bad educators, and possibly the worst dialogue known to humankind in the 2022 musical film, The Magic Flute. Queen of the Night aria used for the playtime segment was performed by Rainelle Krause with the English National Opera for a 2023 run of The Magic Flute. Listen on your own at Queen of the Night | The Magic Flute ǀ English National Opera.   The Night Queen Recipe: -2 oz sesame cream* (black sesame seeds, sugar, water, coconut cream) -1 oz Jagermeister -0.5 oz Empress 1908 gin Combine ingredients into a shaker with ice. Strain into a chilled glass and enjoy! *Add ½ cup sugar, ½ cup water, and ½ cup of toasted black sesame seeds to a sauce pan and simmer for about 5 minutes. Allow to cool and blend until mixture is homogeneous. Add 3 tbsp coconut cream and blend until smooth.   You can support us by donating to: Education Through Music at https://www.classy.org/give/442371/#!/donation/checkout The D'Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate  Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/  Email us at boozicals@gmail.com or comment your musical requests or cocktail recommendations! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

DescriptionLa clemenza di Tito in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop!Fun FactMozart composed La clemenza di Tito in about 18 days for the coronation of Emperor Leopold II in Prague — while simultaneously finishing The Magic Flute.About Steven, HostSteven is a Canadian composer & actor living in Toronto. Through his music, he creates a range of works, with an emphasis on the short-form genre—his muse being to offer the listener both the darker and more satiric shades of human existence. If you're interested, please check out his music website for more. Member of the Canadian League Of Composers.Support the show

Imagine a world in 1791 where the craft of watchmaking was as much art as it was science. For reference, this was also the year Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart premiered his opera The Magic Flute, a masterpiece that showcased the brilliance of the time. Just as Mozart was redefining music, Jean-François Bautte emerged, crafting exquisite ultra-thin timepieces that whispered elegance and ingenuity. From these humble beginnings, the story of Girard-Perregaux unfolds, revealing an enduring pursuit of artistry and precision that continues to inspire.

It's the final installment of our Magic Flute series, this time we're looking at the work that started it all- Mozart's Magic Flute. Be sure to like, and share with a friend! Music: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mozart_-_Magic_Flute_Overture.ogg https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en  

Stéphane Denève joins Chris and Amy in studio to preview the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra's February concerts, including Amadeus in Concert, Mozart's The Magic Flute as part of a two week Mozart celebration, and Eternal: A Tribute to Tina Turner presented by Purina honoring Tina Turner as a St. Louis icon. He also discusses renovations at Powell Hall, highlighting acoustic improvements, the new Grand Lobby, and why there is no bad seat in the house.

Hour 3 features an in studio conversation with Stéphane Denève of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra on February events, including a two week Mozart festival, Amadeus with live orchestra, and The Magic Flute. He also discusses Powell Hall renovations, improved acoustics, and the upcoming Eternal Tina Turner tribute on February 15. The hour continues with a debate on reserved parking and ADA requirements, then wraps with The Midday Midlife featuring Dr. Willie Jolley on wealth vs. being rich, disciplined spending, and teaching kids smart money habits, before closing with a Super Bowl scheduling debate.

Hour 1 opens with reaction to the SLU Billikens' win over Davidson and whether they are the best sports story in St. Louis right now, followed by debates on paid parking at Plaza Frontenac, Rock Hill residents complaining about marijuana odors, and why Cracker Barrel is requiring employees to eat at the restaurant. Hour 2 includes a response from friend of the show Stephen Richer to Speaker Mike Johnson's election fraud claims, a discussion on whether crying is actually good for your health, a phone call from Corey Miller reporting from the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, and more talk about smells around St. Louis. Hour 3 features an in studio conversation with Stéphane Denève of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, previewing February events including a two week Mozart festival, Amadeus with live orchestra, and The Magic Flute, along with updates on Powell Hall renovations and the upcoming Eternal Tina Turner tribute on February 15. The show wraps with a debate on reserved parking and ADA requirements, The Midday Midlife featuring Dr. Willie Jolley on wealth vs. being rich and smart money habits, and a final discussion on whether the Super Bowl should stay on Sunday or move to a different day.

Strap in for another journey to the land of the Magic Flute, this time via a children's retelling of the Mozart's famous fairy tale. Be sure to like and share with a friend!  Music: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mozart_-_Magic_Flute_Overture.ogg https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en

We invite you to join us in the wonderful world of the Magic Flute, and our own world as well for this silly movie review. Be sure to like and share with a friend! Music: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mozart_-_Magic_Flute_Overture.ogg https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en

In this special look inside the Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program, LA Opera's Senior Director of Artistic Planning Paul Hopper is joined by Young Artist Emily Damasco. Today, Emily and Paul chat about early opera memories, pierogi pizza, the intersection of arts and health, and the two roles Emily will be singing on the LA Opera mainstage this season in "Akhnaten" and "The Magic Flute." You can get your tickets to see this young soprano soar at LAOpera.org.

Ep 35 1. Light It Up, Pass It On by Speakeasy 2. DO A TRICK by shoko (FDL- https://soundcloud.com/heroinforest/do-a-trick) 3. Magic Flute by Aphrow & Greenfinch ***www.thejazzhopcafe.com *** 4. usher + shvkv (baby pana)(blend) by WLTHY, shaka lion 5. Cycle by Muzi 6. Jazzifii Me (Original Mix) by Soul Train Vs. Jo Paciello 7. Can't Get Enough (remix) by Bababushka (FDL- https://soundcloud.com/ndydpremiere/cantgetenoughbb) 8. Feelin' Blue by no suits 9. What you give by Dam Swindle 10. Dilla by Pyxis (FDL- https://soundcloud.com/pyxisofficial/dilla)

In this special look inside the Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program, we're featuring Young Artist Vinícius Costa, a bass from São Paulo, Brazil, who is singing three roles on the LA Opera main stage this season. Listen in as he chats with LA Opera's Paul Hopper about his musical origin story, first impressions of the American vocal scene, and visions for the future of his career. Catch this Young Artist on stage in "Akhnaten," "Falstaff," and "The Magic Flute." Tickets are available now at LAOpera.org.

In this second episode of our zamus mini-series, we take a deep dive into the work of Critical Classics—an initiative that rethinks how we perform historical operas and oratorios by addressing racism, exoticism, and other forms of discrimination embedded in the original texts.We're joined by Leyla Ercan, co-initiator of the project, and Änne-Marthe Kühn, dramaturge and researcher, who reflect on how theatre can both reveal and reproduce harmful narratives. Together, they share the origins of the project, their guiding principles, and what it means to reframe canonical works like The Magic Flute in a way that speaks to our current world.We discuss strategies of sensitivity reading, the role of text and subtext, and how audiences respond when difficult truths are brought to light. What does it mean to preserve tradition—and when does that tradition need to be questioned?

In this episode, veteran broadcast journalist Gail Eichenthal of Classical California KUSC sits down once again with Maestro James Conlon for the second episode of our miniseries, "20 Years with Maestro Conlon." This time, they transport us to the Classical period, with special emphasis on Maestro's legacy conducting Beethoven and Mozart—including Beethoven's only opera, "Fidelio," and Mozart's final opera, "The Magic Flute," which is the wonderful conclusion to this LA Opera season. From "La Bohème" to "The Magic Flute," get your tickets for this glittering LA Opera season at LAOpera.org.

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Send us a textGary brings you more top drawer music from the world of bagpipes, including extracts from a production commemorating the emigration of 1500 people from the Hebrides to Canada in 1923.PlaylistTrail West with Francis Street Jig, The Travers and P/M Jimmy MacGregor from From the Sea to the CityMartyn Bennett with The Magic Flute from the Grand Concert of Piping The Metagama Ensemble with extracts from Metagama: an Atlantic Odyssey (MacGregor's Weeping, Murdo MacAskill's, Am Braighe and The Lewis Society). James Duncan MacKenzie with Lament for the Iolaire from James Duncan MacKenzie Nick Hudson with Patrick Og MacCrimmon's Lament from the USPF MacLean MacLeod Memorial Contest 2025.Manawatu Scottish Pipe Band with Clan MacRae, Atholl Cummers and MacAllister's Dirk from 12000 Miles  LinksCaptain John A MacLellan Memorial Dinner Tickets Metagama: An Atlantic Odyssey CD   and for info and tour dates see hereGary at the Edinburgh International Book Festival Support the show

THE EGO HAS LANDED...UNHINGED!  Rossy talks about a Magic Flute! John Rock out! And Flint talks about the Hoax! All this and the Prog Review!

For our historic 40th anniversary season, LA Opera brings back the world's most delightful opera, the Magic Flute playing May 2026. In this special episode we flash back to a 2019 conversation between Brian Lauritzen and former resident conductor Grant Gershon. Together, they discuss all things Magic Flute, including the secrets of performing on high platforms, staging an opera with animations, and why it's such a clever choice to stage the production as a silent film. Celebrate 40 years of bold storytelling with LA Opera and don't miss the world's most popular opera, The Magic Flute, tickets are on sale now at LAOpera.org.

This February 2026, Akhnaten returns to the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion for the first time in a decade. In this special episode, we rewind to a 2017 conversation between Akhnaten's composer, Philip Glass, and LA Opera's then-artist-in-residence, Matthew Aucoin. Together, they explore the radical reign of the pharaoh Akhnaten, the revolutionary vision that reshaped ancient Egypt, and the hypnotic score that continues to captivate audiences around the world. Celebrate 40 years of bold storytelling with LA Opera. Tickets to our historic anniversary season, including Akhnaten, West Side Story, The Magic Flute, and more are on sale now at LAOpera.org.

We're having a Smurfy Good Time as we look at the story that came before the Magic Flute. We also review Godzilla vs. The Avengers and New Avengers #1 from Marvel Comics. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN GODZILLA VS. AVENGERS Writer: David F. Walker Artist: Georges Jeanty Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: June 18, 2025 The original New Avengers return to face an unstoppable enemy – GODZILLA! In the aftermath of a massive battle between Godzilla, Fin Fang Foom, the Avengers and Jet Jaguar, S.H.I.E.L.D. tries to make sense of what went down – but everyone's telling a different story! What really happened during that fateful clash? Find out when Earth's Mightiest Heroes take on Earth's Mightiest Kaiju! [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4kFW8RP MATTHEW NEW AVENGERS #1 Writer: Sam Humphries Artist: Ton Lima Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: June 11, 2025 Carnage. The Hulk. Namor. Clea. Wolverine. Five of the most dangerous loners and antiheroes in the Marvel Universe. Nothing could make them work together...but Bucky Barnes and the Black Widow are going to give it a shot. Demented duplicates of the Illuminati are threatening the world, and if they figure out how to work together, they'll be as unstoppable as the originals. Bucky and Natasha need allies who will do anything to take the duplicates out - but wrangling a team of killers and monsters presents its own dangers. Welcome to the New Avengers - hope you survive the experience! [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/405n7xR DISCUSSION THE SMURFS AND FRIENDS Writer: Thierry Culliford and Luc Parthoens Artist: Jeroen de Connick Publisher: Papercutz An all-new collection featuring The Smurfs, and their friends! In this first volume Benny Breakiron returns in "The Red Taxi," Johan & Peewit embark on a never-before-seen adventure, and the Smurfs return with comic strips galore. This is a collection Peyo fans will not want to miss, and that will look great on any bookshelf. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3SSQu2A CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Call the Major Spoilers Hotline at (785) 727-1939. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

We're having a Smurfy Good Time as we look at the story that came before the Magic Flute. We also review Godzilla vs. The Avengers and New Avengers #1 from Marvel Comics. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF)

We're having a Smurfy Good Time as we look at the story that came before the Magic Flute. We also review Godzilla vs. The Avengers and New Avengers #1 from Marvel Comics. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF)

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Today, we're celebrating nothing but music with three stops! First up is Opera Mississippi as they present: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "THE MAGIC FLUTE," happening April 26th in Clinton, then it's stop in Natchez with blues Musician, Vasti Jackson at the Natchez Festival of Music's: BB, King of the Mississippi Blues concert, April 26th, before a final stop at Martin's Downtown in Jackson to catch Tennessee's own Southern Avenue tear up the stage! We'll check out what's happening around your neck of the woods! Stay tuned, buckle up and hold on tight for your Next Stop, Mississippi!Watch this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: Next Stop, Mississippi | THE MAGIC FLUTE, Natchez Festival of Music, & Southern AvenueNext Stop, Mississippi is your #1 on-air source for information about upcoming events and attractions across the state. Get to know the real Mississippi! Each week the show's hosts, Germaine Flood and entertainment attorney Kamel King, highlight well-known and unknown places in Mississippi with the best food, parks, music and arts. Check out our Sipp Events calendar to help plan your next trip! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week we'll be entering a magical land where love conquers all, lies have no place, and all the men seem to have the horn 24/7. Yes, it's The Magic FluteAnd joining me walk through fire while three lads in a balloon admire our Vorsprung durch Technik, is Madeleine BrettinghamGo see Dear Martin at the Arcola Theatre while you can:https://www.arcolatheatre.com/whats-on/dear-martin/ Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/smershpod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Daily Quiz - Music Today's Questions: Question 1: Who wrote the Opera 'The Magic Flute'? Question 2: Which British band released the song 'Paradise'? Question 3: Which English rock band released the song 'A Hard Day's Night'? Question 4: What abbreviation is commonly used to refer to music albums? Question 5: Which nickname for Frank Sinatra highlights his role as a powerful figure in the music industry, much like a corporate CEO? Question 6: Who Sang The Song "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" In The 80's? Question 7: Which song begins with the lyrics: "I said a hip-hop, the hippie the hippie ; To the hip, hip hop you don't stop ; Rock it to the bang bang boogie ; Say up jump the boogie to the rhythm of the boogie, the beat..."? Question 8: Which Irish rock band released the studio album 'Boy'? Question 9: Which Duo Had A Hit With The Song "Islands In The Stream"? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Going back for a master's was exhilarating. So many of the things that I had been doing in my studio were corroborated with education. On the flip side, I had a lot of moments where I thought, “I've been doing that wrong. I should change that.” Having had years doing a lot of my own education—I attended conferences and did everything I could to soak up anything available to me—going back to school and having it corroborated and defined was career-changing.”Award-winning coloratura soprano Alisa Toy has an impressive thirty-year performing and teaching career. She currently teaches and performs at Washington State University as a Lecturer of Voice. Internationally, Alisa soloed in Great Britain, Canada, Pakistan, and Italy, including a concert for Pope Benedict XVI with the Rome Symphony Orchestra. Some of her past favorite soloing opportunities include Mozart's Requiem and Coronation Mass, along with multiple performances of Handel's Messiah and Judas Maccabeus. Opera and musical theatre roles include Pamina in Mozart's The Magic Flute, Gertrude in Humperdinck's Hänsel and Gretel, Maria in Bernstein's West Side Story, and Grace in Strouse's Annie.As a choral conductor, Alisa currently serves as the Artistic Director of the Lewis and Clark State College Concert Choir, the Assistant Conductor of the Palouse Choral Society, and previously served as the Artistic Director for the Columbus Choral Society.Memorable performances for her include the world premiere of John Purifoy's Chronicles of Blue and Gray in New York's Carnegie Hall and the world premiere of Benjamin Harlan's The Seven Last Words of Christ in New Orleans. She frequently serves in her church as a soloist, choral conductor, and organist/pianist.Alisa holds a Master of Music in Vocal Performance and Choral Conducting from the University of Idaho and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Mississippi University for Women. Alisa enjoyed teaching K-12 music for several years in public and private schools and enjoys teaching voice through her private studio, Singingtoy Studio in addition to her appointment at WSU. She is currently working on her Ph.D.To get in touch with Alisa, you can email her at alisa.toy@wsu.edu, find her on Facebook (@toysrusfamily), or follow the SingingToy Studio on Facebook.Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

Several years ago, a group of filmmakers gathered together to address a problem: kids today simply don’t want to go to the opera as much as their great-great-great-grandparents possibly did. The solution to this conundrum? The Magic Flute, a 2022 … Continue reading →

In 1756 a musical prodigy was born in Salzburg, Austria: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Thanks to the efforts of his exacting father, Mozart's genius was exhibited and celebrated in some of the greatest courts of Europe from a young age. At four years old he wrote his first keyboard concerto, at six he was performing for the empress Maria Theresa. Soon he and his father were touring Europe, and the young Mozart's exploits proved increasingly lucrative for his overbearing parent. But, like all young men, Mozart was growing up and becoming increasingly uncontrollable. Feeling stifled and professionally frustrated, he began to disobey his wealthy patrons and went freelance, risking financial security and the favour of his family. Yet, it would also see him falling in love, and writing some of his most glorious works. Nevertheless, time and life was running out for the young composer, as he began to write the powerful Requiem, which may prove to be for his own death... Join Tom and Dominic at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring the Academy of St Martin in the Fields and the Philharmonia Chorus, conducted by Oliver Zeffman, they explore one of the most famous musical figures of all time: Mozart. What was the origin of his genius? What are the stories behind some of his most famous works, such as The Magic Flute and Don Giovanni? And, what is the truth behind his tragic and much mythologised death, young and penniless?  Academy of St Martin in the Fields Orchestra Philharmonia Chorus Chorus Oliver Zeffman Conductor Stephanie Gonley Leader & Violin Soloist Mishka Rushdie Momen Pianist Nardus Williams Soprano Katie Stevenson Mezzo Andrew Staples Tenor William Thomas Bass _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Anouska Lewis Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I delve into a rare and enlightening lecture by the iconic esoteric teacher Manly P. Hall titled 'The Return of Masonic Initiation to the Western World'. This remarkable recording from the 1950s offers a deep exploration of the history and symbolism of Masonic mystery schools, shedding light on the transformative power of initiation from an esoteric perspective. Hall also shares a compelling analysis of the origins of the Illuminati, untangling fact from fiction in the context of its historical and philosophical roots.A standout portion of the lecture is Hall's brilliant dissection of Freemason Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera, The Magic Flute. Here, Hall unpacks the opera's intricate allegories and spiritual teachings, revealing its deep connections to Masonic ideals and universal truths. Join me as I reflect on this rare gem of wisdom, uncovering the hidden layers of mysticism, initiation, and esoteric philosophy that continue to inspire and intrigue seekers to this day.www.prs.orgManly P. Hall Bio:Manly Palmer Hall (March 18, 1901 – August 29, 1990) was a renowned philosopher, author, and mystic who delved deeply into esoteric traditions and spiritual knowledge. Born in Peterborough, Ontario, Hall moved to the United States at a young age and soon became a prominent lecturer on occult and metaphysical topics. His curiosity and passion for ancient wisdom culminated in the publication of *The Secret Teachings of All Ages* in 1928, a monumental work that explores the symbolic meanings behind myths, religions, alchemy, mysticism, and secret societies.Hall's ability to synthesize complex spiritual ideas from diverse traditions made him a unique figure in the 20th-century spiritual landscape. Over his lifetime, he authored more than 150 books and delivered over 8,000 lectures. His teachings spanned subjects such as Hermeticism, Rosicrucianism, astrology, comparative religion, and the symbolism found in sacred texts.In 1934, Hall founded the Philosophical Research Society (PRS) in Los Angeles, a center dedicated to the study of philosophy, comparative religion, and personal development. The PRS continues to preserve his vast collection of manuscripts and teachings.Hall's work has had a lasting impact on those seeking spiritual growth, often serving as a bridge between modern spiritual seekers and ancient wisdom traditions. Despite passing away in 1990 under mysterious circumstances, Hall's influence remains significant among students of esoteric and philosophical studies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fairy tales are among the most familiar cultural objects, so familiar that we let our kids play with them unsupervised. At the same time, they are also the most mysterious of artifacts, their heimlich giving way to unheimlich as soon as we give them a closer look and ask ourselves what they are really about. Indeed, these imaginal nomads, which seem to evade all cultural and historical capture, existing in various forms in every time and place, can become so strange as to make us wonder if they are cultural at all, and not some unexplained force of nature — the dreaming of the world. In this episode, JF and Phil use "Rapunzel" as a case study to explore the weirdness of fairy tales, illustrating how they demand interpretation without ever allowing themselves to be explained. Sign up for the upcoming course "Writing at the Wellspring" (https://weirdosphere.mn.co/) October 22-December 1 with Dr. Matt Cardin on Weirdosphere.org Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/weirdstudies). Buy the Weird Studies soundtrack, volumes 1 (https://pierre-yvesmartel.bandcamp.com/album/weird-studies-music-from-the-podcast-vol-1) and 2 (https://pierre-yvesmartel.bandcamp.com/album/weird-studies-music-from-the-podcast-vol-2), on Pierre-Yves Martel's Bandcamp (https://pierre-yvesmartel.bandcamp.com) page. Listen to Meredith Michael and Gabriel Lubell's podcast, Cosmophonia (https://cosmophonia.podbean.com/). Visit the Weird Studies Bookshop (https://bookshop.org/shop/weirdstudies) Find us on Discord (https://discord.com/invite/Jw22CHfGwp) Get the T-shirt design from Cotton Bureau (https://cottonbureau.com/products/can-o-content#/13435958/tee-men-standard-tee-vintage-black-tri-blend-s)! SHOW NOTES Walter Benjamin, "The Storyteller" in Illuminations (Hannah Arendt, ed.; Harryn Zohn, trans.). Novalis, Philosophical Writings. (Margaret Mahony Stoljar, trans.). Cristina Campo, The Unforgivable and Other Writings (Alex Andriesse, trans.) William Irwin Thompson, Imaginary Landscape (https://www.amazon.com/Imaginary-Landscape-Making-Worlds-Science/dp/0312048084) Bruno Bettelheim, The Uses of Enchantment (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780307739636) Marie-Louise von Franz, (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie-Louise_von_Franz), Swiss Jungian psychologist Sesame Street, “Rapunzel Rescue” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-fK8rYa45Q&ab_channel=SesameStreet) Disney's Tangled (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0398286/) The Annotated Brothers Grimm (https://www.amazon.com/Annotated-Brothers-Grimm-Books/dp/0393058484) Aarne-Thompson-Uther Index (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aarne%E2%80%93Thompson%E2%80%93Uther_Index) Marina Warner, Once Upon a Time (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9780198779858) W. A. Mozart, [The Magic Flute](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TheMagicFlute) Dante Alighieri, Il Convito (https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12867) Panspermia hypothesis (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panspermia) Gregory Bateson, Mind and Nature (https://www.amazon.com/Mind-Nature-Necessary-Advances-Complexity/dp/1572734345) John Mitchell, Confessions of a Radical Traditionalist (https://bookshop.org/a/18799/9781620554159) Clint Eastwood (dir.) The Unforgiven (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105695/)

On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan (and a very special guest) discuss Haydn's The Creation before introducing Dr. Hyperion Knight. In “The History of Classical Music,” concert pianist and Hillsdale College Distinguished Fellow Hyperion Knight explains how music has developed and what distinguishes the greatest musical achievements through the life of Beethoven. Join this course, whether you are a music novice or an aficionado of the classical style, to learn what makes music great. The Classical Period synthesized opposing Rococo elements into a classic style and explored the capabilities of each instrument by giving each a crucial role in compositions. Significant pieces discussed include Haydn's “Farewell Symphony” and The Creation, and Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro, Don Giovanni, The Magic Flute, Requiem, and piano concertos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan (and a very special guest) discuss Haydn's The Creation before introducing Dr. Hyperion Knight. In “The History of Classical Music,” concert pianist and Hillsdale College Distinguished Fellow Hyperion Knight explains how music has developed and what distinguishes the greatest musical achievements through the life of Beethoven. Join this course, whether you are a music novice or an aficionado of the classical style, to learn what makes music great. The Classical Period synthesized opposing Rococo elements into a classic style and explored the capabilities of each instrument by giving each a crucial role in compositions. Significant pieces discussed include Haydn's “Farewell Symphony” and The Creation, and Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro, Don Giovanni, The Magic Flute, Requiem, and piano concertos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn Lewek is an American soprano, who, this summer, has been singing at the Salzburg Festival. That's where Jay caught up with her. They talk about her life, and voice, and other interesting things. “Katie” is especially known for portraying the Queen of the Night, in Mozart's “Magic Flute.” Mozart “is my sugar daddy,” she […]

Kathryn Lewek is an American soprano, who, this summer, has been singing at the Salzburg Festival. That's where Jay caught up with her. They talk about her life, and voice, and other interesting things. “Katie” is especially known for portraying the Queen of the Night, in Mozart's “Magic Flute.” Mozart “is my sugar daddy,” she says. “He's given me everything I've got. He bought my car, he bought my house. He feeds my kids . . .” A delightful woman, and a brilliant singer, Kathryn Lewek.