Rob Holter’s students recently performed a scene inspired by, but not actually in, Puccini’s opera “Madama Butterfly.” Part of the group had roles in the faux opera and, after getting a crash course ...

CEDAR RAPIDS — Before beginning a vocal lesson with students at Washington High School, visiting teacher and professional opera singer Dorian McCall has them start with abdominal exercises. Lenora ...

Opera is a spectacle that can be glorious and delightful or a painful bore depending on how you approach it and how much background you have to appreciate it. Larry Mantle talks with opera and music ...