Dawn Upshaw did it again. She proved herself a remarkable singer; a communicator of rare consistency and, apparently, a genuinely nice individual (not that that was why the audience was in the house). I'm working on a list of classical music performers that have unusual bonds with audiences and break down barriers to communication. IMHO, these performers are the future of classical music and the things they do, whether calculated or natural, are things I hope other performers will emulate. A case in point, was Ms. Upshaw's recital on Sunday, as recounted by Boston Globe reviewer David Weininger:
"... She is, indisputably, a great
singer, with a voice that radiates power and unforced warmth. But her
secret weapon is a casual, unpretentious demeanor that
lessens the distance between stage and audience. Listeners in her
presence experience music not as the inaccessible product of a holy art
but as a thing of open, approachable beauty."
Read all of A memorable recital from affable Upshaw, and, remember to get tickets the next time Upshaw is in town for a performance. No matter the context or even the presenter (bite your tongue!) she is a treasure.
How is her health?
ReplyDeleteDear Betsey,
It appears that Ms. Upshaw's health is excellent (we don't want to pry, no matter how dear she is to us). She ang is if in fine health.
-Jack