Winner of the 2012 Grammy Award for Best Classical Vocal Solo, Joyce DiDonato entrances audiences across the globe, and has been proclaimed “perhaps the most potent female singer of her generation” by the New Yorker. With a voice “nothing less than 24-carat gold” according to the Times, DiDonato has soared to the top of the industry both as a performer and a fierce advocate for the arts, gaining international prominence in operas by Handel and Mozart, as well as through her wide-ranging discography. She is also widely acclaimed for the bel canto roles of Rossini and Donizetti.
“The staggering, joyful artistry of Joyce DiDonato reminds us that in any generation there are a few giants. Joyce is not only a great, brave and inspiring artist – one of the finest singers of our time–but she is also a transformative presence in the arts. Those who know her repertoire are in awe of her gifts, and those who know nothing of it are instantly engaged. Joyce sings and the world is suddenly brighter. She compels us to listen actively, to hear things anew.” Jake Heggie, Gramophone
Joyce DiDonato performs with the Brentano Quartet and pianist Craig Terry.
Check out this YouTube video from the 2012 Grammy Awards of Joyce DiDonato.
Check out this YouTube video of the Brentano String Quartet.
Thursday, Sept. 22, 7:30 p.m.
de Jong Concert Hall – Harris Fine Arts Center
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NANCY PEERY MARRIOTT VOCAL ARTIST SERIES