Bryn Terfel
 

Can anyone tell me how to find out if Bryn Terfel will be performing in Wales or England in September, 2002? I saw him on the Tom Jones special -- his voice gives me goosebumps! Would love to see him in person.

Here is at least a schedule of his opera performances:<BR>On September 17, 20, 25 and 30 he will be appearing in the Tales of Hoffman at the Opera Bastille.<BR>He will also be there October 4, 7, and 9.<BR>I think that will be your best chance to hear and see him. I doubt if he will be doing any concertizing during the latter part of September. That is a heavy engagement because he is singing 4 parts in each performance -- all the villains.<BR><BR>If you don't know the opera, you will be in for a musical treat. The plot is ghastly at times, even gruesome, but the singing is incredible.<BR>I just sort of ignore the words and listen to the singing and the orchestra.<BR>Here is where I got the info:<BR>http://www.geocities.com/Vienna/Stag.../calendar.html

As someone who has been privileged to hear this great artist at the Met (NYC) you will not be disappointed if you can hear him in performance. Check out operabase.com ( a site I learned from someone here on Fodors.)

Thanks, Bob and Grandma. I checked out the the site you gave me, Bob. There is no way I can get to the Bastille this trip. Guess I'll have to settle for one of his albums.

Are you able to adjust your schedule to be in Wales over the weekend 23-25th August ?<BR><BR>Bryn Terfel has an annual festival of music at the Vaynol Estate, Bangor, North Wales. (This year is his 3rd)<BR><BR>Not only see Bryn Terfel, but get to see his homecoming !

No, Colin, I already have airline tickets and hotel reservations for September 6-28. No way I can change them now. The next time I go, I'll find out his itinerary ahead and make my travel plans around his. I'm determined to hear him in person someday. Thanks for your reply.

What a shame ! I'm fortunate to live less than a mile away from the venue !<BR><BR>Next time perhaps ! The festival is proving to be a success, and will probably be running next year. And is always on the Bank Holiday weekend in August.<BR><BR><BR>