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An Interview With Quinn Kelsey
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An Interview With Quinn Kelsey

Quinn Kelsey sang in his first opera, Verdi’s Aida, at 13 years old, as a 1st tenor in the priests’ chorus. 34 years later, he is the king of Verdi baritones and singing the Ethiopian king Amonasro in the Met’s starry new production of Aida.

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My 2023-24 Resolutions
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My 2023-24 Resolutions

What do I want out of this season?

I made a list of my 2023-24 season resolutions, my own operatic version of New Year’s. Here they are, plus my basic wish to have a good time at extraordinary operas. What are your resolutions?

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Opera and Ukraine: Soldiers of Music
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Opera and Ukraine: Soldiers of Music

Even after 32 years as a free nation, the people of Ukraine are still fighting to keep their liberty. A crucial part of the war is Ukraine’s battle to preserve and celebrate the culture that Russia seeks to annihilate.

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