Artist of the Week
Artist of the Week 22 Qs for Jorell Williams
The Artist of the Week is baritone Jorell Williams, who will be singing Belcore in Manitoba Opera’s production of The Elixir of Love from October 26th to November 1st.
This week, we sat down with Jorell to find out more about how he prepares for a new role, his musical family and a surprising celebrity run in.
Artist of the Week 24 Qs for Meghan Lindsay
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Meghan Lindsay, who will be singing the title role of Galatea in Handel’s Acis and Galatea with Opera Atelier from October 24th to 27th. This week, Meghan gives us a peek into her academic career, favourite repertoire and go-to mind-calming practice.
Artist of the Week 22 Qs for Stephen Hegedus
The Artist of the Week is bass-baritone Stephen Hegedus, who will be singing Publio in Mozart’s La clemenza di Tito with Pacific Opera Victoria from October 16th to 22nd.
This week, Stephen shares his top camping spots, biggest inspirations and favourite roles.
Artist of the Week 21 Qs for Megan Latham
The Artist of the Week is mezzo-soprano Megan Latham, who will be returning to the Canadian Opera Company to sing Marthe in Faust from October 11th to November 2nd.
This week, we sat down with Megan to chat about how her family inspired her to sing, what she loves about her career and how she prepares for new roles.
Artist of the Week 17 Qs for Simon Rivard
The Artist of the Week is Canadian conductor Simon Rivard, who will be conducting Giovanni Battisti Pergolesi’s La Serva Padrona and Gian Carlo Menotti’s The Medium with Opéra de Montréal, on October 8th. This double bill performance features the singers of the Atelier Lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal.
This week, Simon chats about his inspirations and mentors, the pros and cons of opera life and his favourite place to be (besides the podium). Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Pascale Spinney
The Artist of the Week is mezzo-soprano Pascale Spinney, who will be making her role debut as Rosina in Opéra de Montréal’s Il barbiere di Siviglia, from September 28th to October 6th. This week, we sat down with Pascale to talk about her first singing lesson, favourite places and singers she admires.
Artist of the Week 17 Qs for Laura Pudwell
The Artist of the Week is Canadian mezzo-soprano Laura Pudwell, who will be performing in Grand River Opera’s gala concert, Make Our Garden GRO, at the Registry Theatre on Sunday, September 22nd.
This week, Laura chats about the biggest risk she’s ever taken on stage, her very musical upbringing, and what she’s currently reading. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 21 Qs for Vartan Gabrielian
The Artist of the Week Canadian-Armenian bass-baritone Vartan Gabrielian, who will be performing the role of Lo Zio Bonzo in Madama Butterfly with the Opéra National de Paris, running September 14 -October 25. This week, chatted with Vartan about the importance of finding a teacher who you trust, his favourite city to work in, and who has been inspiring him. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Mishael Eusebio
The Artist of the Week is Filipino-Canadian tenor Mishael Eusebio, who is returning to Toronto to perform with Tapestry Opera’s Box Concerts, which brings music and performances to neighbourhoods across the GTA, running until Sept 14. This week, we sat down with Mishael to talk about what he loves to sing, his latest television and recording binges, and the best advice he has ever been given: “You never stop learning” (something we could all learn from).
Artist of the Week 22 Qs for Sydney Baedke
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Sydney Baedke. She is currently in Calgary performing in Ammolite Opera’s inaugural season, in their production of Proving Up, and new opera by Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek. There are a few more chances to see this innovative show on August 27, 28, and 30 (tickets and info here). This week, Sydney found time to chat with us in between performances to share what it is like to be performing of a company’s inaugural season, what roles she would love to be singing now and in ten years, as well as how she views success in the industry. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 34 Qs for Hillary Tufford
The Artist of the Week is Canadian mezzo soprano Hillary Tufford. Currently in Toronto, Hillary is in rehearsals for Toronto City Opera’s upcoming production of Bizet’s Carmen, where she will be performing the titular role, running June 19-23. In between her busy rehearsal schedule, Hillary found time to chat with us about who first inspired her to sing, what roles she would like to be singing in 10 years, and how she values the moments of difficulty in life that allow her to grow and learn. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 18 Qs for Neema Bickersteth
The Artist of the Week is Canadian singer/artist/maker Neema Bickersteth, who is currently in Toronto rehearsing for the Canadian Opera Company’s upcoming production of Aportia Chryptych: A Black Opera for Portia White, running June 14-16. This week are fortunate that Neema found a few spare minutes in between rehearsals to talk to us about where she finds inspiration, how she defines success, and how her young daughter gave her the best advice she has ever been given. Read on to find out more.