Berlin is the setting for my 4th podcast where I was singing in a new production of Gounod’s Faust at the Staatsoper. In this episode I chat with Bass René Pape and Conductor Alain Altinoglu. Alain discusses his transition from rehearsal pianist to conductor, while René talks about his long career as a prominent opera singer.
René’s official web site – http://renepape.com
Joining me in this episode, are my friends, Bass-Baritone John Relyea and Composer/Conductor Thomas Adès. This episode was filmed in July 2008 while we were in London performing Stravinsky’s The Rake’s Progress at the Royal Opera, Covent Garden. John discusses preparing for his debut performance of Nick Shadow, while Thom discusses managing his hectic schedule as an itinerate conductor.
In this episode, I am in London performing in La Traviata at the Royal Opera House. During intermission, I chatted with my colleagues about life on the road, their personal lives and future engagements. Norah shares her experiences adjusting to the recent addition to her family, and Mariusz talks about returning to Poland to visit family. Join me as I speak with my friends and colleagues Norah and Mariusz.
Norah’s web contact – http://www.cami.com/?webid=715
Mariusz’ official website – http://www.mariuszkwiecien.com/
In this episode I talk with Inva Mula who I performed with at the Theatre du Toulouse in the opera Le Roi d’Y’s. We chat about everything from this interesting French opera to superstitions and family life. A great soprano and a great lady. Enjoy…!
Inva Mula’s Official Website – http://www.inva-mula.com/
