La Bohème ATLANTA Atlanta Opera 10/11/15 LA BOHÈME is an opera about little things. Neither the subject matter nor the characters have any involvement with kings, queens, or political intrigue. The bohemians—poet, painter, philosopher and musician—are concerned with their artistry and their daily bread. The leading lady sings about the embroidery of flowers and rose-colored bonnets. [...]
Day: January 8, 2016
The Sensibility of Children
FOLLY When my oldest child was born fifteen years ago I was in the middle of a doctoral program in music. I spent all of my time practicing opera arias and taking music history classes in which we debated whether the Classical Music Period began in 1723 or 1750, as if man’s existence hinged [...]
