Episode Details

In this episode, Anna Singer discusses live with Marianne Cornetti and baritone powerhouse Sebastian Catana, about their upcoming performance "Legends in the Limelight" at the Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall this Sunday, December 8th at 3 pm. Sebastian, a Pittsburgh resident originally from Romania, reflects on his 30-year journey in the city, from his early days as a timid graduate student to becoming a Verdi baritone. The duo discusses the captivating program, which features excerpts from Verdi's Macbeth, Othello, and Falstaff, and the powerful collaboration between them, including a memorable duet from Macbeth. They also explore the importance of music and mentorship in their careers, with Marianne recalling her years of support for Sebastian. Additionally, they touch on some heartwarming projects, including Marianne's efforts to raise funds for children in need this holiday season. Visit https://pittsburghfestivalopera.org/upcoming/2024-season/legends-in-the-limelight-sebastian-catana/ to learn more and find tickets! Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region.  Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.