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Pure authenticity and enjoyment in Acis and Galatea from the Dunedin Consort

By David Smythe, 23 June 2022
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“Christopher Purves had an immense amount of fun playing the opera’s rogue”
Reviewed at Perth Concert Hall, Perth on 22 June 2022
Programme
Handel, Acis and Galatea
Performers
John Butt, Conductor
Rachel Redmond, Galatea
Nicholas Mulroy, Acis
Nicholas Scott, Corydon
Anthony Gregory, Damon
Christopher Purves, Polyphemus
Dunedin Consort
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David Smythe
David Smythe
David the farmer was drawn into music through choirs, orchestras, taking part in and directing 'serious' opera as a student. Passionate about live classical music, particularly chamber opera, unusual pieces and events and giving the next generation the tools to engage with the classical world.