What was your first audition as a countertenor?
The first person I sang for was my friend and conductor/pianist, Benjamin Schneider. He was a tremendous support and a great friend during a very difficult time. He said to go for it. Then I sang for a few other trusted people in my circle who are also involved heavily in the Baroque music scene.
My first audition was for a concert in the Bergkirche in Wiesbaden, Germany. I sang for Christian Pfeiffer and he hired me on the spot. It was a smaller piece, but a beginning.
My first operatic audition was in Regensburg and it was a bit disastrous…...more on that later.
What rep have you sung since making the transition to countertenor?
I am spending the vast majority of my time studying Händel operas that are right for my voice and also a few Vivaldi roles. I have also looked at some Bach Cantatas and Passions (St. Matthew and St. John).
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