A Centennial Tribute To Jussi Bjorling Part I: New York,
2021
Brigham Young University
A Centennial Tribute To Jussi Bjorling Part I: New York, Allan Buchalter
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
On October 27,2011- the coldest evening to date of the season in NYC- we were warmed physically and spiritually at the Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church by "A Centennial Tribute to Jussi Bjorling" concert and lecture. Mats Carlsson, tenor, first winner of the Scandinavian Jussi Bjorling Society Prize, Love Derwinger, pianist (also the regular accompanist of Barbara Hendricks), and Bertil Bengtsson, Scandinavian Jussi Bjorling Society co-founder, came from Sweden to preform in this series of seven concerts across the United States.
Jussi Bjorling In America,
2021
Brigham Young University
Jussi Bjorling In America, Walter Rudolph
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
today, over 50 years after that quote from a Florida newspaper, we are gathered in the city of Jussi's operatic debut, celebrating his 100th anniversary. And we are here to confirm every word of that commentary.
Jussi Bjorling's Heart Was Beating 200 Beats Per Minute,
2021
Brigham Young University
Jussi Bjorling's Heart Was Beating 200 Beats Per Minute, Marten Rosenqvist
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
The excitement was palpable that evening, May 20, 1958, at the Royal Theatre in Stockholm. The two Swedish opera giants, Birgit Nilsson and Jussi Bjorling, would again meet al the Stockholm Opers in Tosca. The theatre was crowded, and the press present- for tonight's performance could not be anything but magnificent. But already in the first act, something happens. Bjorling cannot sustain the tone. He can only whisper per the lyrics. He had suffered one of his recurring vocal cord problems.
Jussi Bjorling Phonography Revision Published On The Web,
2021
Brigham Young University
Jussi Bjorling Phonography Revision Published On The Web, Harald Henrysson
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Al At the end of November 2011, I published an update of substantial parts of my Jussi Bjorling Phonography on the Jussi Bjorling Museum's web site. Four PDF files, comprised of 204 pages, can be accessed directly on the site. An introduction describes in detail the principles applied for each part.
Jussi's Century: The Very Human Voice Of A Pure Musician,
2021
Brigham Young University
Jussi's Century: The Very Human Voice Of A Pure Musician, Stephan Hastings
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
In the history of Western music, the 20th century is the first in which the most important instrumentalists dedicated themselves primarily to the compositions of others, while the performance freedom granted to the great singers becomes steadily more limited due to detailed notation and the iron control of conductors. But it is also the first in which the interpreter can leave evidence of his own creativity through the media of sound recording, And since a disk is a document which is much richer in information and communicative potential than a written score, it seems right to me that the most …
Just Jussi,
2021
Brigham Young University
Just Jussi, Andrew Farkas
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Jussi Bjorling. I pause, to let your mind react and register the thoughts and emotions you involuntarily have when you hear that name.
Letter From The Incoming President,
2021
Brigham Young University
Letter From The Incoming President, Walter B. Rudolph
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Those of us who comprise the Board of Directors are a group of equals. We have opinions and passions. We are committed to the Society and its goals. We see a variety of paths, all leading to the success of our organization. It is the diversity of ideas, passions, and opinions that allow us to work together, recognizing ourselves to explore every possible clue and impression to extol the artistry and memory of Jussi Bjorling. I applaud the successes our Board and achieved over the past twelve years.
Front Matter,
2021
Brigham Young University
Front Matter
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
No abstract provided.
Don Culp's Website A Dangerous Place On The Internet!,
2021
Brigham Young University
Don Culp's Website A Dangerous Place On The Internet!, Dan Shea
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
This is to heartily endorse the website diarci.com, Don Culp's gift to the memories of his favorite singers, as an enjoyable source of great moments in opera and vocalism generally, Go to this site and you'll meet a genial fellow with an interesting biography and some definite ideas of what great singing is. But fair warning: This site also can pull you in, with its hours of fascinating life stories and recordings.
How I Came To Encounter, Admire And Finally Worship Jussi's Great Art,
2021
Brigham Young University
How I Came To Encounter, Admire And Finally Worship Jussi's Great Art, Tom Hines
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
For many of his admirers, Jussi Bjorling reigns supreme: in the world of classical singing. Like other Jussiphiles, I am continually heartened by stories of critical acclaim and admiration for his art, not only from music critics but also from informed colleagues who performed by his side on the opera stage. This justifies in a sense my own commitment to his greatness that began very early in my life, at 16 years of age. I still remember with great clarity that evening when I heard, with astonishment, the last half of "Che gelida manina'' (the 1952 recording)" that was being …
Caruso Vs Bjorling?,
2021
Brigham Young University
Caruso Vs Bjorling?, Carl Friedner
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Geirr Oppi's article in the previous issue of the Scandinavian JB Sallskap's Tidning awakens thoughts and causes objections. What's the sense of trying to decide who of the world-famous tenors, Enrico Caruso and Jussi Bjorling, was the better singer?
Jussi Bjorling Vs Enrico Caruso,
2021
Brigham Young University
Jussi Bjorling Vs Enrico Caruso, Geirr Oppi
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
In the Scandinavian JB Society's Tidning, number 48, Spring 2012, there are a few statements which should be commented on.
Sony Releases A New Transcription Of Rca's 1955 Aida,
2021
Brigham Young University
Sony Releases A New Transcription Of Rca's 1955 Aida, Kristian Krogholm
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Twenty-three years after the first CD release of the 1955 Milanov-Bjorling recording of Aida, Sony has finally dug out the original tapes to commemorate Verdi 200 years after his birth, thus also honoring the memory of some of the greatest singers of the 20th century to interpret on of his operas.
A Recommended Version Of Jussi's 1940 Ballo,
2021
Brigham Young University
A Recommended Version Of Jussi's 1940 Ballo, Goran Forsling
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Here is Goran Forsling's fine review of the latest incarnation of the Met's 1940 broadcast of Un ballo in maschera. His judgment: this version is sufficiently improved over previous transcriptions, to be considered a MusicWeb International RECORDING OF THE MONTH for December 2013.
Joseph Calleja "Honored" To Become Jbs Advisor,
2021
Brigham Young University
Joseph Calleja "Honored" To Become Jbs Advisor, Dan Shea
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja sang two iconic roles this past year at Lyric Opera of Chicago. Puccini's Rodolfo in March and Verdi's Alfredo ill November-December. The Tribune said of him in LA boheme , "The tenorial sound he poured out was gleaming, even, and powerful, its quick vibrato apt for conveying Rodolfo's passionate and volatile nature. He made the most of his big aria ... " I was there for the last performance (with three JBS pals from Paso Robles) und especially enjoyed the energy of his Act 3 arioso as "'ell as the beautifully sculpted mezza voce lines of …
Polymath Richard England To Join Jbs Advisory Board,
2021
Brigham Young University
Polymath Richard England To Join Jbs Advisory Board, Dan Shea
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
In architectural circles. Malta's Richard England is famous for his work in the Mediterranean region where his buildings and designs have earned him numerous international awards. He also is a sculptor, published artist, poet, and philosopher whose work is widely admired, as you can see by going to any internet search engine and entering his name (with Malta, to gee to the right RE). But what brought him to my own attention first were his essays about opera and great singers published in internet sites like Grandi-Tenori and its online successor Opera Vivra (recommended!).
Irene Dalis Joins The Jbs Honorary Advisory Board,
2021
Brigham Young University
Irene Dalis Joins The Jbs Honorary Advisory Board, Walter Rudolph
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
Irene Dalis retires from the company she founded, Opera San Jose. in Mar 2014. But prior to that, she was one of the finest mezzo-sopranos in the world. A student of Martha Modl, she learned her craft in the Oldenburgisches Stadtstheater in Germany before joining the Berlin Stadtische Oper (Deutsche Oper) where she was singing before her debut al the Metropolitan Opera in 1957.
Varmland, The Bjorling Boys' Last Tour And Us Plans,
2021
Brigham Young University
Varmland, The Bjorling Boys' Last Tour And Us Plans, Harald Henrysson
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
The Swedish province of Varmland, bordering on Norway in the west of the country, is known for natural beauty. "Its valleys and forests bring me silence and peace, the air is fresh on its hill, the waterfalls sing their delightful song," to quote "Ack Varmland, Du skona" ("Oh varmland, thou fairest").
Notes From The President,
2021
Brigham Young University
Notes From The President, Walter B. Rudolph
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
As February turns to March, March always brings to mind Jussi Bjorling singing "Diamonds on the March Snow" and thoughts of Spring. With these ideas we greet each f you Jussiphiles. Fulfill your fancy with the 2014 Journal and all of the news, reviews and memories of Jussi Bjorling.
Front Matter,
2021
Brigham Young University
Front Matter
Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK
No abstract provided.
