Thursday lunchtime at Metropolitan United was, I think, the first time I’ve attended a recital of music for soprano and clarinet. The performers were soprano Noelle Slaney and clarinettist Matheus Coelho. Most of the music was performed “as written” with a few pieces rearranged by Noelle.
Centre Stage is the COC’s annual gala/competition with cash prizes and places in the Ensemble Studio at stake. Last night eight young singers competed. The format was one aria before the reception; for judges and invited guests, and one after; for all the punters. So here, in the order they sang in the first half are my thoughts.
Ensemble Studio Competition finalists, Centre Stage 2018. Photo: Michael Cooper
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