Bass-baritone Christopher Purves joins Netty for tea and a chat backstage of Glyndebourne Opera House in this episode. Currently performing the title role of Saul with the OAE, Christopher shares his interests in theatre and the many discoveries he has made throughout his singing journey.

Christopher explores his singing approach for his character, Saul, and shares how he began his journey in opera while also venturing into other musical genres. He emphasises the importance of communication, emotional expression, active listening, and the distinctions between using one’s singing voice and speaking voice.

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Tea with Netty is our podcast hosted by viola player Annette Isserlis (Netty). Over a cuppa (or something a little stronger…), Netty chats with a variety of conductors, players and other guests as she ‘spills the tea’ on the side of classical music you don’t normally hear.

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