Killer Queen! Official press release for OOO's next super-collaboration

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Julie Fiore, julie@oneounceopera.com

 

 

Austin's Alternative Opera Company Will Rock You on Oct. 26

One Ounce Opera + Magnifico = KILLER QUEEN

 

AUSTIN, October 11, 2013 -- One Ounce Opera, an Austin Critics' Table Award Nominee for 2012-13, announced they will share the stage with local Queen tribute band Magnifico in a special one-night-only show. This is the first collaboration between the two groups.

 

"We've been talking about this for over a year now," says OOO founder and general director Julie Fiore, "so I can't tell you how excited OOO is to literally rock out."

 

That is exactly what Fiore and the One Ounce Opera Ensemble -- a professional group of "singing-artists" -- plan to do on Saturday, October 26th on Red 7's outside stage. When asked about performing opera away from the traditional performance hall, she says, "Our aim is to re-imagine opera in unexpected places. We actually launched our company at Red 7 last year. It fits. It works. People get it."

 

The company's performers felt a palpable audience reaction during Soundspace at the Blanton in March, for which their original post-classical performances earned them the aforementioned Austin Critics' Table Award Nomination. Fiore believes this is because Austin is ripe for innovation, and her group hopes to encourage a new generation of opera lovers through non-traditional venue and program choices.

 

Fiore says, "What's more synonymous with opera than the music of Queen?"

 

Adam Sultan, multi-talented musician/performing artist and guitarist for Magnifico, agrees. He says, "Playing the music of Queen is a challenge, especially when trying to be faithful to the complex vocal arrangements on their albums, so we're especially excited to have One Ounce Opera to help take Magnifico's live set to a whole new level."

 

Among the varied set lists, the two groups will perform such favorites as "Somebody to Love," "Killer Queen," and, of course, the ubiquitous "Bohemian Rhapsody."

 

Sultan adds, "Even Queen couldn't ask for more!"

 

"Killer Queen" is presented by Transmission Events, and will take place on Saturday, October 26th at Red 7 (outside), located at 611 E 7th St. Doors are at 9:00. General admission tickets available for purchase online at http://transmissionevents.queueapp.com/events/1016.  For more information, contact Fiore, or visit OOO at www.oneounceopera.com, or visit Magnifico at http://blog.magnificoqueen.com/

 

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One Ounce Opera aims to prove "opera is not obsolete; popular opinion of opera is". OOO provides a come-and-go, laid back, interactive atmosphere to experience a virtuosic sonic event up close and in small, powerful doses – just “one ounce” of opera. OOO was founded by Austinite Julie Fiore in April 2012. For more information, visit www.oneounceopera.com

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History was made.

Were you there?

One week ago this evening, the doors opened. The vision of a few became the experience of many.

We officially launched One Ounce Opera, y’all!

It is still hard for me to verbalize, as difficult as that is for my husband to believe (ha). “Wow - did that really happen?” continued to be framed in my brain all weekend.

As both a Founder and a singer who has known struggle as an artist, I am floored by the support from the Greater Austin Community, and the attention from traditional and non-traditional media sources. We even made the 10 o’clock news.

On our very first solo gig. How cool is that?

Again, a HUGE, EPIC thank you to Red 7, all of our silent auction donors (and bidders!), and our Founding Supporters for making the evening possible.

“Possible” aptly describes last Thursday. It IS possible to put classical music where guitar rock prevails. It IS possible to tear away the pretense and allow an audience to cheer and holler and laugh. It IS possible to, as an artist, have a truly moving live performance experience without wearing an elaborate costume or singing over a professional orchestra in a massive concert hall.

As I’ve said before, if we want opera to be a part of the Live Music Scene in the Live Music Capital of the World, we have to put it where the live music is. We can no longer assume audiences will flock to us. The closing opera companies all over this country prove otherwise.

Economically, as a business owner, would you dare stand in your storefront doorway thinking, “I’ve got a great product that I care deeply about. People will want it. They will come to me”?

No.

You would put your product right in front of potential buyers. You would assume nothing, and expect everything. You would reach out to not only traditional sources for support, but seek out interesting new ways to cultivate allies and advocates. You would foster a climate for collaboration. You would continue to grow as your members / employees grew, and build upon their talents and strengths.

You would resist stopping short of your goal - to enrich the lives of those around you while feeding the source of light within you.

My hope for OOO is we enjoy this journey. Already, there are so many exciting things in the works. I can’t spill quite yet, but best believe we will surprise the hell out of everyone.

Myself included.

Cheers, friends.
-Julie


Silent Auction Items - WOW!

We now have the list of auction items for tomorrow’s special Launch Show and Party at Red 7. Set your sights on the prize!

Pedicab Tour of Downtown Austin from Dirtnail Padicab, Singing Valentines and Christmas Carols from The Green Twins, Voice Lesson at Fiore Music Studio, one month unlimited classes at Dancers Shape, custom cupcakes from Oh Baby! Cupcakes, custom designed website from Sam Fagan Designs, assortment of brownies and delights, cakes by Whisky Business Cakes, special artisan pieces from Metals Girl and Helena Back, matted photo from Control Images, assortment of beautiful handmade jewelry by Debra Hanson, and a treat from Mary Kay.

This list is pretty complete, but of course, is subject to late additions and possibly a few small changes.

On behalf of the OOO Ensemble and Advisory Council, a huge thank you to all of our donors and supporters. Make sure you thank them by visiting their businesses in the future and toasting them in person tomorrow evening!

All proceeds from this auction directly benefit the artistic endeavors and future development of OOO, its Members, and its Mission. We look forward to a successful auction and successful LAUNCH tomorrow at Red 7! Remember - cash and check only for the auction (there is an ATM nearby).

Doors open at 8:00, which is when the auction opens as well. The show will begin at 9:00, so get there early, grab yourself a drink, a handful of free snacks, and check out these fantastic, unique items from local artists and small business owners.

Thanks, and cheers, friends! Can’t wait to see you tomorrow night!
Julie