Malin Byström stars in a radiant Capriccio to close the EIF

Malin Byström and Bo Skovhus

Capriccio at the Edinburgh International Festival

By David Smythe, 26 August 2024

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“a radiant performance of the final monologue, a gorgeous piece”

Reviewed at Usher Hall, Edinburgh on 25 August 2024

Strauss R., Capriccio

Alexander Soddy, Conductor

Philharmonia Orchestra

Malin Byström, The Countess

Dame Sarah Connolly, Clairon

Sebastian Kohlhepp, Flamand

Joshua Hopkins, Olivier

Peter Rose, La Roche

Bo Skovhus, The Count

Emma Morwood, Italian singer (female)

John Irvin, Italian singer (male)

Rodell Rosel, Monsieur Taupe

Reinhard Hagen, Haushofmeister, Bass

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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.

Malin Byström stars in a radiant Capriccio to close the Edinburgh International Festival