A British soprano going strong at 73

A British soprano going strong at 73

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norman lebrecht

September 11, 2022

Rosemary Hardy, who is the same age as our new King, is singing Annchen next weekend in Basle’s new production of Der Freischütz.
She says: ‘Me, singing Freischütz at my advanced age seems unreal, but I’m holding my end up and serving up an Ännchen with a bit of a bite. Christoph Marthaler is, as always, the master and radically reimagining the opera, but always with love.’

Long may she reign.

Comments

  • Rick says:

    Basel, not Zurich

  • Maria says:

    Comes with a lot of hard work, dedication, sacrifice and a real want to do it all at 73! Really wish her well. A lovely part.

  • London Calling says:

    Basel, not Zürich

  • Gareth Morrell says:

    Rosie is an extraordinary singer and artist. I was lucky enough to sing in two concert performances of Oliver Knussen’s Where The Wild Things Are, many years apart, and she was equally breathtaking in both (she was singing the lead role, of course).

  • Helen Miles says:

    Inspiring…..loved reading this…..

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