In Copenhagen tonight, Keith Warner, head of the Royal Opera, addressed an anti-cuts concerts from his knees. ’Please,’ he said, help me save my chorus.’
Government cuts threaten to reduce the chorus by one-third and, by doing so, demolish Denmark’s place in the league of major opera houses.
Here’s a live report from Politiken. Google gives a legible translation.
Denmark’s Royal Opera has produced some great Danish singers e.g. Melchior, Roswaenge, but it was never “in the league of major opera houses.” What made DROH great was its ballet company.
Dear Paulaner.
If you aren’t updated since Melchior and Roswaenge you shouldn’t speak!
Recession affects the whole world. Orchestra, Opera house and many classical performances are being cut due to the bad economy.
In our neighboring cities, I have seen music teachers losing up to half of their teaching income due to this. Music stores are closing as well.
Additionally, internet video sharing sites, YouTube and others are making the concert and performance much more accessible to general public.