Rossini here, Rossini there

From Houston to the Bronx, small opera companies are presenting Rossini this month! The Bronx Opera, which celebrates its 49th birthday, has two more performances of “Cenerentola” May 7 and 8th. Looks like a great opportunity to introduce… Read More

Remembering a joyous moment at ROF

The news of the loss of Dempsey Rivera spread throughout social media recently. A much-loved young talent who first appeared at the Rossini Opera Festival as a member of the Accademia Rossiniana, Dempsey returned to appear in Aureliano… Read More

Extending the heritage of Alberto Zedda in Canada

Although she triumphs in Verdi, Daniela Barcellona has not abandoned us ( and Rossini!)

In grateful memory: Sir Peter Moores

“The thoughtful relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the staff, the artists, and the town itself have made us all want not only to be regular visitors each year, but to put as much help and financial support into helping Pesaro as we can each possibly manage.”

Celebrate Rossini’s birthday in NYC, Chicago, and LA

The Rossini Opera Festival is bringing the festivities to lucky Americans living in NYC, Chicago, and LA. Read about it here: http://www.rossinioperafestival.it/?IDC=530&ID=713 If you can’t be there in person, you can at least join the world-wide Rossini celebrations… Read More

In honor of Rossini’s birthday!

We are reprinting our interview with Paolo Bordogna who is leading the festivities in Pesaro!

Rossini’s Pandora’s Box

Che vuol cantare? During this month we celebrate the 200th anniversary of Rossini’s most popular opera “Il Barbiere di Siviglia”. We invite you to join in the celebration by sharing your thoughts on “trunk arias”, so called because… Read More

Change of dates for two ROF 2016 performances

We will have more about this summer’s ROF soon, but for those who are already looking at the calendar, ROF has just announced that the Florez gala and the final performance of “Ciro in Babylonia” have switched dates…. Read More

From HMV to Youtube. Interview with Coloraturafan

“From the fast paced cadenzas to the slow flowing cantilenas. I could listen to Rossini all day and never be bored. ” 

Our interview with Rockwell Blake

One of the most influential artists of the recent Rossini revival, Rockwell Blake, continues to teach,inspire, and serve the community which loves him so well.