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The article presents a profile and overview of the career of the operatic soprano Sylvie Valayre. Valayre's notable performances of the roles of Lady Macbeth, Salome, and Tosca are discussed in detail. The soprano's repertoire and acting style are explored, highlighting premiere performances held at various opera houses in Great Britain and throughout Europe.

The article previews the British radio program "Why Do Women Die in Opera?," hosted by Martin Kettle to be aired in Radio 3. The program will discuss the role of women in opera and why a lot of opera scripts are written with the female lead character dying. It will also look at the challenges facing opera composers and librettists in terms of writing about a character who will die in the end.

Profiles British baritone Damian Thantrey. Debut of his performance at the Covent Garden and Welsh National Opera in Great Britain in 2005; Lyric baritone roles he had sung in operas; Opera composers whose works he would like to perform.