Opera for all - yes, even you!

Don't tell me you don't like opera, because you will once you hear Phenye Modiane sing!

As the artistic director of Gauteng Opera, Phenye has battled long and hard to keep the company alive. In January, he and CEO Arnold Cloete finally had to admit defeat and close its doors, leaving young opera hopefuls with nowhere else to train. In this pre-closure conversation we chat about his passion for opera, how he started and the precarious state of  company. I reckon now it's time for Phenye to spread his own wings and make his voice heard on international stages.

Oh, this is my first ever podcast, so don't judge too harshly!

Pic: Clinton Lubbe

 

Hope you enjoyed the listen! I'll try another podcast soon....