Boston Wagner Institute

SAVE THE DATE: BWI 2026!
We are thrilled to announce our plans to transform our prestigious Boston Wagner Institute (BWI) into a landmark biennial program that will establish New England as America's premier hub for Wagnerian vocal training and artistic development. Set to debut next year, 2026, this ambitious evolution will create unprecedented opportunities for emerging dramatic voices to study, develop, and perform with full orchestra.

Led by the Society's President Jane Eaglen, whose legendary interpretations of Wagner's most demanding roles have graced the world's premier opera houses for over two decades. A Grammy Award winner for her recording of Wagner's "Tannhäuser" under Daniel Barenboim, Eaglen has earned international acclaim for her definitive portrayals of Brünnhilde in "Der Ring des Nibelungen" and the title role in "Tristan und Isolde" at the Metropolitan Opera, Vienna State Opera, and Teatro alla Scala.

Joining Eaglen in shaping this ambitious vision is distinguished conductor Jonathan McPhee, whose arrangement of Wagner's complete Ring Cycle, "The Essential Ring", has received international acclaim. McPhee brings decades of experience developing orchestras and nurturing emerging talent, having served as Music Director of the Boston Ballet Orchestra for 28 years and conducted for prestigious companies worldwide.

"We're creating a revolutionary approach to developing Wagnerian voices," said Eaglen, who currently serves on the voice faculty at New England Conservatory. " This biennial intensive will offer emerging artists something rare and essential: the opportunity to explore and develop their craft with full orchestral forces in a supportive, educational environment. It's a transformative step in how we nurture the next generation of dramatic voices."

While the Institute's traditional summer program will pause in 2025 to facilitate this evolution, the Society maintains our dedication to advancing Wagner's musical legacy through education and artistic development. The enhanced format promises to make New England the destination for aspiring Wagnerian singers and establish a new model for operatic training in North America.

Full article: https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/792882951/major-new-wagner-training-initiative-to-launch-in-new-england-grammy-winner-jane-eaglen-to-lead-revolutionary-program

Boston Wagner Society and Music at the Redeemer present Sarah Taylor, mezzo-soprano (AND BWI ALUMNA!), collaborating with Nigel Potts, organ, in concert.

Featuring: Wagner & Elgar
Wagner:
Wesendonck Lieder
Tristan und Isolde; Act I Prelude & “Liebestod”

Elgar:
Sea Pictures
Chanson de Nuit

Free with a suggested donation, $20-30.

Reception following in the Parish Hall - all are welcome. Wheelchair accessible.

https://www.bostonwagnersociety.org/events/sarah-taylor-bwi-alumna-in-concert