Opera
Opera Basics
Below, you’ll find databases for researching operas, their various components, and related ... read more »
News and Reviews of Opera
Opera is an international art, and using the Internet as your source for news and reviews puts the ... read more »
Buying Opera Tickets
You might think going to the opera is an old-fashioned activity, but you certainly don’t have ... read more »
Libretti and English Translations of Opera
Unless you’re fluent in the language of the opera’s libretto, it might be difficult to ... read more »
Buying Opera Recordings
Despite the high value placed on live opera performance, many opera buffs are almost as enthusiastic about the highest quality recordings. When you purchase music online, you have the benefit of searching for exactly what you want, reading extensively about the recording, and even listening to a section. The sites below help you locate and purchase the broadest selection of opera music.
Dulcinea's Insight
- It’s useful to read reviews of recordings before you purchase. Different singers and conductors put their own stamp on an opera, and you’ll have to discover what style of production you prefer. You’ll find some reviews on the sites below, and you should also investigate Dulcinea’s Picks in the “News and Reviews of Opera” section to read reviews of recent releases.
- Any site that allows you to purchase downloads, such as iTunes, will also have an ample collection of opera music.
Dulcinea's Picks
Opera Communities and Blogs
Although opera tends to be focused on singing and listening, you can also share your love of it by ... read more »







