Not every opera that is now considered a masterpiece of world heritage and has become firmly established in the repertoires of major theaters was greeted with applause on the night of its premiere. Music history is full of examples of works that later became famous but were initially unsuccessful, with premiere nights proving particularly painful for composers and performers.
What caused such fiascos? How did the audience react? How did the composers and singers experience the most painful moments? And why are such scandalous "premiere failures" almost impossible today?
Valerijus Panasiukas, Doctor of Musicology and professor at the Kiev National University of Culture and Arts, will talk about this in a lively and engaging way, using numerous historical examples.
The lecture will feature excerpts from operas that have become immortal classics today, but whose premieres were once marked by crushing failures. You will hear the best interpretations of recordings by legendary conductors and opera soloists.
If you want to look at the history of opera from an unexpected and intriguing perspective, this evening is just for you!
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Prof. V. Panasiuko paskaita Muzikos magijos klube 2025 m.
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Prof. V. Panasiuko paskaita Muzikos magijos klube 2025 m.
