Pianist

At the now traditional recitals, you will experience internationally renowned singers not in the usual opera productions, but with specially compiled song and aria programs.

Recital Nadine Sierra

Vienna State Opera

GRAMMY® Award-winning bass-baritone Gerald Finley makes his BroadStage debut as part of the 2024/25 Celebrity Opera Series, bringing his acclaimed artistry to an unforgettable evening of opera and song.

A leading singer and dramatic interpreter of his generation, the Canadian bass-baritone has captivated audiences worldwide, earning international recognition for his rich, expressive voice and profound artistry. His extensive career spans opera, orchestral works, and song, collaborating with the world’s greatest conductors, orchestras, and composers in the world’s major opera houses and concert halls. Celebrated for his range across the complete spectrum of vocal art, Finley continues to set the standard for operatic excellence – hailed by The New York Times as “a recitalist of rare versatility, a concert artist of the first rank and an opera singer of distinction in a broad repertory.”

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Gerald Finley, bass-baritone

The Broad Stage

Collaborative Pianists’ and Singers’ Seminar Recital

Manhattan School of Music

Manhattan School of Music’s public programs are made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

The enchanting voice of American soprano Angel Blue is praised for its expressiveness, both in the crystalline heights of her range and the smoky depths of her lower register.  Puccini’s La Bohème has played a prominent role in Blue’s career—she made her US operatic debut as Musetta at the Los Angeles Opera in 2007 and her Metropolitan Opera debut as Mimi in 2017. Most recently, she starred in the Met’s long-awaited new production of Porgy and Bess, for which she shared a Grammy for Best Opera Recording this year. Of that performance, which she has reprised in concert versions with the Berlin Philharmonic and the Philadelphia Orchestra, the New York Times raved, “as Bess, the sumptuously voiced soprano Angel Blue is radiant, capturing both the pride and fragility of the character.”  Blue makes her Cal Performances solo recital debut with an eclectic and inviting program of songs and arias by Puccini, Strauss, and Kurt Weill, music by American composers George Gershwin and Lee Hoiby, and arrangements of Black American spirituals.

Recital: Angel Blue, soprano Bryan Wagorn, piano

University of California, Berkeley

Angel Blue has quickly become one of her generation’s most celebrated opera singers. Her performances span a wide range of operatic repertoire, particularly emphasizing roles in the works of Verdi, Puccini, and Gershwin. Blue has garnered praise for her interpretations of iconic characters, blending rich vocal color with an intense emotional connection to the music. Whether performing in prestigious opera houses or making concert appearances, her voice continues to be celebrated for its resonance, expressiveness, and versatility. A powerful voice both on and off the stage, Angel Blue is also known for her advocacy for creating a culture of belonging in the arts.

Angel Blue, sopano with Bryan Wagorn, piano

Clayton State University

From La Scala to the Met, this sought-after soprano has proven herself to be one of today’s most brilliant young stars. Indulge in what The Guardian calls a “diamond-bright and pitch perfect voice” as Nadine Sierra, in collaboration with pianist Bryan Wagorn, takes us on a musical journey through a dazzling assortment of songs and arias.

Pianist

Bryan Wagorn

Events

Upcoming events

Oct 14, 2025 - Apr 28, 2026

Recital Nadine Sierra · Wiener Staatsoper

Jan 17, 2026

Angel Blue, sopano with Bryan Wagorn, piano · Spivey Hall

Mar 21, 2026

Nadine Sierra in Recital · LA Opera

Past events

Oct 14, 2025 - Apr 28, 2026

Recital Nadine Sierra · Wiener Staatsoper

Jun 11, 2025

Gerald Finley, bass-baritone · Broadstage

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