Bellini and Baroque.

What was popular in 1880s New York?

I've just finished writing a 6,000-word post ... which I shan't post for two or three months, for significant (even symbolic) reasons. To whet your appetites, I can reveal this much: It's a long opera - more than four hours. It’s one of the important operas of the 19th century. Very much praised, but also … Continue reading An early announcement →