Rumor is True, But ...

Playbill Arts is reporting that Bocelli did indeed try out at the Met, but there are no plans for him to sing in an opera. He might be enticed to sing a concert there. Phew!

Spreading a Rumor

This will nuture the fears some have of the Gelb regime's risking artistic integrity in a search for crossover success ... Please let's hope it's only a rumor.

Get Ready to Start Explaining What Makes for Good Singing

First there was Charlotte Church, then there was Andrea Bocelli, now we're all going to have to brace for Paul Potts--and once more try to explain to people why this latest sensation isn't a very convincing opera singer. (Via ArtsJournal)