We are thrilled that ‘Duke Bluebeard’s Castle’ has been nominated for a BBC Music Magazine Award 2026 in the Opera category. Karina Canellakis conducts Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra, Rinat Shaham and Gábor Bretz. Many congratulations to all!
The album was awarded with 5* and an Opera Choice in its original review last year, where standout quotes included: “A blood-curdling and brilliant Bartók Bluebeard”, “Detailed and powerful: Karina Canellakis and the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic put on a terrific, and terrifying show” and “Karina Canellakis conducts the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic if her life depends on it”
Public voting is now open until the 3rd March, so please make sure you cast your vote! https://www.classical-music.com/awards/2026-awards/bbc-music-magazine-2026-opera-award
