Friday, December 17, 2010

Lester Lynch Stars in "Here I Stand: A Tribute to Paul Robeson" at SLAM Friday, December 17

Lester Lynch as Porgy in an Lyric Opera of Chicago production.


The St. Louis Art Museum's "Art After 5" series will present Lester Lynch in "Here I Stand: A Tribute to Paul Robeson" in Grigg Gallery on Friday, December 17, at 7:00 p.m. Admission is free.

Rising operatic star Lester Lynch, who is recognized for a voice that it is commanding, rich and vocally, nuanced, presents an evening of song in honor of the legendary singer, activist, athlete, and actor Paul Robeson(1898–1976). Lynch will perform works by Schubert, Ravel, and Mussorgsky, as well as a selection of Negro spirituals.

Lester Lynch is known in St. Louis for his striking performances as Porgy in Porgy and Bess with Union Avenue Opera and as Sharpless in Madame Butterfly with the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. Lynch is the recipient of many distinguished awards, including the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, the George London Vocal Competition, and the Sullivan Awards. His work with Opera Theatre of Saint Louis earned him the prestigious Richard Gaddes Award.

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