Wagner's Cello - a talk by Dr. Richard Jenkins This talk will investigate some of Wagner’s more idiosyncratic string writing and its influence on composers and performers of future generations. Examples of Wagner’s pioneering string writing can be found in abundance from the serene opening of Lohengrin, the scurrying semiquavers of Flying Dutchman or… Continue reading Wagner’s Cello
In Conversation with John Findon Monday December 12th at 19.00 via Zoom Our next Wagner Society Manchester meeting will be at 7pm on Monday December 12th via Zoom, when we welcome John Findon, shortly to be singing the role of Mime in the new ENO Rhinegold. John studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and… Continue reading In Conversation with John Findon
In conversation with conductor Richard Farnes We are delighted to welcome Richard Farnes, the conductor, to our monthly Zoom series at 7pm on Monday November 14th. Richard was Music Director of Opera North from 2004 to 2016., during which time he developed a close affinity with Wagner, touring concert, video-enhanced, performances of the Ring across… Continue reading In Conversation with Richard Farnes
