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Taura Stinson and The Meaning Beyond The Rhyme

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Words First: Talking Text in Opera
Taura Stinson and The Meaning Beyond The Rhyme
Nov 29, 2021 Episode 52
Keturah Stickann/Taura Stinson

Keturah speaks with composer and lyricist, Taura Stinson, about her first foray into opera with “On The Edge,” composed by Laura Karpman for Opera Theatre of Saint Louis last season.  They also discuss Taura’s life as a songwriter for the film industry, and how to make opera more open and welcoming to everyone.

Taura Stinson:  http://www.taurastinson.com/about/
Laura Karpman:  http://www.laurakarpman.com/about