Backstage at Lyric #97 -- A Midsummer Night's Dream: David Daniels
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American countertenor David Daniels, the most renowned countertenor of our time, counts Oberon (his fourth Lyric Opera role) among his most acclaimed portrayals. Here he speaks about the music and his characterization of this formidable figure. Asking the questions is WFMT's George Preston, host of the Lyric Opera broadcasts.
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