Baritone Rod Gilfry and pianist Peter Walsh perform portions of "Chanson d'amour" by Gabriel Fauré, "Sure on this Shining Night" by Morten Lauridsen, "Le bestiaire: La carpe" by Francis Poulenc, and "Don Quichotte à Dulcinée: Chanson romanesque" by Maurice Ravel. Gilfry also discusses his musical upbringing and career path, what he's learned about being a voice teacher. He also talks about his personal connection with the music of Ravel and sings his "Don Quichotte à Dulcinée: Chanson à boire." From the Vocal Arts DC 2020-21 season.

Rod Gilfry is a two-time GRAMMY nominee, singer and actor who has performed in all the world's music capitals and appears on over 30 recordings. He is acclaimed world-wide in opera, musicals, recitals and cabaret. An important part of his 75-role repertoire are the 13 leading roles he has created in new operas. Recent performances include the Los Angeles Opera productions of David Lang's solo opera "the loser," Matthew Aucoin's "Crossing," and Jake Heggie's "It's a Wonderful Life" at the San Francisco Opera. He recently created the role of Claudius in Brett Dean's "Hamlet" at the Glyndebourne and Adelaide Festivals, with a reprisal at The Metropolitan Opera. His previous appearance at The Metropolitan Opera was in Thomas Adès' "The Exterminating Angel."

Vocal Arts DC (VADC) presents classically-trained singers and pianists in Washington, DC, at The Kennedy Center and in educational events. Performing acoustically, our world-class musicians showcase a wide range of the greatest song literature, including newly-composed commissions. Founded in 1990 as The Vocal Arts Society by Dr. Gerald Perman, the modest first season featured Renée Fleming and recitals at the French Embassy’s Maison Française. Today VADC includes an annual subscription concert series, online content, master classes, and a vocal competition providing scholarships.

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