Unusual Suspects

It may surprise you that some of bass-baritone Eric Owens' favorite singers happen to be mezzo-sopranos. This week, Eric shares some of his favorites who specialize in chest voice singing, including Agnes Baltsa, Elena Obraztsova, and Fiorenza Cossotto.

Operatic predators are seen through out the world of opera. From Iago from Verdi's Otello to Baron Scarpia from Puccini's Tosca and maybe the ultimate predator Lady Macbeth from Verdi's Macbeth. Join us as Eric speaks about and plays his favorite operatic predators.

This week Eric Owens picks some of his favorite singers who aren't usually associated with Richard Wagner. After hearing this program you will wonder why they are considered the "Unknown Wagnerians"

This week Eric on Opera becomes Eric on Lieder, as we explore the lieder works of Richard Wagner. Eric shares some of his favorite pieces and some you may not know!