Baritone Benjamin Appl and pianist James Baillieu return to Carnegie Hall on October 28! The two come together for a tribute to Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau—one of the 20th century’s greatest baritones, a beloved recitalist at the Hall, and “more than just a teacher” to Appl, who was his final protégé. The program features songs by Fischer-Dieskau’s brother and father, plus selections by Barber, Brahms, Grieg, Schubert, Clara Schumann, and more. Tickets: bit.ly/48FKtiZ | Carnegie Hall

Here is a sneak peak from the recording sessions last week with James Baillieu. Abendlied by R. Schumann. The full album will be out in 2024 on Signum Records | Julian Bliss

Enjoy baritone Benjamin Appl performing Youkali, one of two Kurt Weill songs included on his new Alpha Classics album with pianist James Baillieu. Awarding the album five stars Opera Now describes Forbidden Fruit as “a delicious album with an intriguing sense of sin.” ► Discover it today: https://lnk.to/ForbiddenFruit_ApplFA | Alpha Classics

On September 14, sensational soprano Lise Davidsen takes the Met stage for a recital with pianist James Baillieu, performing soaring arias by Verdi, Wagner, and Tchaikovsky alongside Scandinavian and German songs by Grieg, Sibelius, Strauss, and Schubert. Don’t miss this solo performance by one of today’s most thrilling singers! Book your tickets now: bit.ly/3EgFvbU #MetOpera #NewYorkCity #Recital #meetopera | The Metropolitan Opera

The shortlist for the Gramophone Awards has been announced – and Benjamin Appl and James Baillieu are nominated in the vocal category! Here they are performing some gorgeous Grieg just for us… Find out more about the Gramophone Awards: http://classfm.co/5I5WMu | Classic FM

Tyger, Tyger, burning bright 🐯 Listen to James Newby perform Benjamin Britten's setting of William Blake's 'The Tyger,' accompanied by James Baillieu ✨ | Wigmore Hall

This Thursday at 8 pm, The Metropolitan Opera presents the sensational soprano Lise Davidsen in recital with pianist James Baillieu! Experience beloved arias by Verdi, Wagner, and Tchaikovsky alongside Scandinavian and German songs by Grieg, Sibelius, Strauss, and Schubert. Learn more at https://bit.ly/44PvyNj | Lincoln Center

South African lyric soprano Pumeza Matshikiza gives a mesmerising recital in Berlin as part of DG’s “Musical Moments” series. Accompanied by renowned pianist James Baillieu, she presents a rich and varied programme of songs and arias. Watch her performance on DG Stage, next Friday - March 19. Tickets on sale now: dgt.link/stage_pumeza | Deutsche Grammophon - DG

Benjamin Appl and James Baillieu present an astonishing journey from paradise and beyond, exploring the passion and drama inherent in the metaphor of forbidden fruit. The repertoire ranges from folk songs to German art songs, through the French masters to contemporary works. ► Discover this new album now: https://lnk.to/ForbiddenFruit_ApplFA | Alpha Classics