countertenor
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They also needed a countertenor to round out their quartet—and Darshan, already a viral sensation in India, was the best person for the job.
Among singers, casting directors and music experts, countertenors seem to be having a moment.
From New York Times
Both that darkness and light are embraced in the choreographer Mark Morris’s 2007 production, which is being revived at the Metropolitan Opera starring the countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo.
From New York Times
Anthony Roth Costanzo was hired Thursday as general director and president of Opera Philadelphia and will continue his career as a leading countertenor while taking over an ambitious company dealing with post-pandemic economic challenges.
From Seattle Times
Anthony Roth Costanzo, the celebrated American countertenor who is one of opera’s biggest stars, will lead Opera Philadelphia as its next general director and president, the company announced on Thursday.
From New York Times
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