Jonas Kaufmann

Download or read book Jonas Kaufmann written by Thomas Voigt and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2017-11-09 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jonas Kaufmann is a phenomenon. With his musicality, his vocal technique and his expressive powers - to say nothing of his matinée-idol good looks - he is widely regarded as the greatest tenor of today. Thomas Voigt's intimate biography, written in collaboration with Kaufmann, reflects on the singer's artistic development in recent years; his work in the recording studio; his relationship to Verdi and Wagner; the sacrifices of success; and much more. It gives unparalleled insight into the world of one of the most captivating opera singers of the international stage.