The Mastersingers of Montréal: A singing competition of superlatives

By Snapdragon, 20 June 2018

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Snapdragon

Snapdragon is an experienced concert- and opera-goer in Vienna and other music metropoles. Musical emphases include opera (especially Baroque opera) and piano music. As an Austrian native, Snapdragon can’t resist an operetta every now and then.

The Mastersingers of Montreal: Impressions from a singing competition filled with superlatives