Her nearness to God, the soprano says, has helped her navigate a difficult industry. Paola Kudacki/Met Opera The 40-year-old singer started voice lessons at the age of 6, initially coached by her ...

I’d say one of the greatest barriers to enjoying opera is knowing whether or not the singing is good. I’m being serious. It’s a problem for those who haven’t spent years studying voice or exploring ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Advertisement Supported by The Metropolitan Opera Children’s Chorus has long been an elite training ground for young singers. Getting in requires grit, personality and a soaring ...

From Judge Analisa Torres's decision in Netrebko v. Metropolitan Opera Ass'n, Inc.: In the [earlier order], the Court found that Netrebko did not allege direct evidence of discriminatory intent….