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Anthony Roth Costanzo

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Anthony Ross Costanzo, the countertenor with the most appearances in the history of the Metropolitan Opera, radiates beauty and uniqueness. This beautiful, exploratory performance sees the opera star delve deeply into the mystery, history, and expressive possibilities embodied in his one-of-a-kind voice.This album reflects both the history of the book and my own personal history, says countertenor Anthony Ross Costanzo. Throughout the recording, listeners can hear rapid shifts between chest voice and head voice, as well as yodel-like voice breaks that smoothly connect notes. For him, this very form of expression is the gateway to the vocal range that transformed his life and career and fostered a mindset that allows him to live as his true self.Costanzo views being a countertenor as gaining a special voicean instrument with a unique sound and rich expressiveness. At the same time, it i