UTOT Brief Update

On behalf of the musical staff of UTOT, I am delighted to welcome Michael McConnell as this year’s interim Director of Opera Theatre.  As you can imagine, the summer months have not given us a lot of time to undertake such a change.  However, I can say that things have gone as smoothly as could be imagined and that we have every reason to expect a wonderful and productive year together.
 
During the past few weeks, he have discussed the repertoire for next season, taking into consideration our present circumstances and concerns.  Specifically:  voice types available to us next year, works that will be manageable by the UT orchestra next season, and works that will fit both programmatic and pedagogical objectives of a UTOT in transition.  We are pleased to announce the 2010-2011 repertoire for UT Opera Theatre:
 
Fall 2010:  Donizetti:  L’elisir d’amore
 
Spring 2011:  Britten:  Albert Herring

Once Prof. McConnell has had an opportunity to relocate to Knoxville, we will meet to discuss planning and strategies for this coming season.  I am thrilled with his foresight, attention to detail and organization and, especially, his interest in continuing to advance the educational objectives of the opera program.  I am excited to offer my assistance to him in his mission and know that we are all in for a rewarding season at UTOT.
 
 
Best wishes and safe travels!
 
See you in August