Dianne chats with Maestro Richard Buckley, Conductor and Artistic Director of Austin Opera about the Austin Opera Gala Event. Hear excerpts of Heid Melton (who will be performing at the Gala) from Die Walkure and more. As well, Buckley gives us an overview of the entire 2015-2016 A.O. Season, with musical examples. Dianne Donovan-Producer/Host/Editor (59 minutes 30 sec.)

info at austinopera.org

Austin Opera Gala-Saturday, September 26th, 6pm at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Aida-November 7, 12 + 15

Of Mice and Men-January 23, 28 + 31

The Barber of Seville-April 23, 28 and May 1