Work: Faust: Quel trouble inconnu… Salut! Demeure chaste et pure

In its tenth year and going strong, the biennial Éva Marton International Singing Competition fields an even level of talent in an entertaining finale. 

Operalia is a curious beast among voice competitions. Step onto the stage, belt out your aria and, before you’ve barely had time to acknowledge the applause, the next contestant shuffles along the conveyor belt. A one-shot saloon. 

Ailyn Pérez and Stephen Costello open San Diego Opera's season in a generous duo recital.