Jonas Kaufmann Shines With “E lucevan le stelle” At Polling Abbey, this performance not only demonstrated great vocal technique but also a deep emotional journey, as Kaufmann recreated the pain, longing and despair of the character Cavaradossi in the moment of death. The ancient space of Polling Abbey further highlighted the sacredness and emotion in each note. This performance was not only a display of talent but also a testament to the power of music to connect emotions between artist and audience.

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Jonas Kaufmann Shines in “E lucevan le stelle” in Special Performance at Polling Abbey

On July 18, 2020, Jonas Kaufmann, one of the world’s leading tenors, delivered an emotional performance during Met Stars Live in Concert. Held at Polling Abbey in Bavaria, Germany, the performance was not only a special musical event but also a rare opportunity for fans to hear Kaufmann’s powerful voice in person in the aria E lucevan le stelle from Giacomo Puccini’s opera Tosca.

Jonas Kaufmann: “E lucevan le stelle”

The aria, performed in Act III of Tosca, is one of the most moving moments in the work. The character Cavaradossi, while facing death, expresses his pain and longing for his lost love. And in this performance, Jonas Kaufmann recreated all those emotional nuances with a captivating, powerful yet delicate tenor voice. The gentle high notes, along with excellent vocal technique, made each line sound as if it was imbued with the character’s pain, desire and despair.

What was special about this performance was the musical space at Polling Abbey – a place full of history and classical beauty, which further enhanced the sacredness and depth of the work. Under the dim light of the evening, Kaufmann not only conveyed the music but also told the story of Cavaradossi in an emotional way. It felt like each note not only resonated from the throat but also from deep within the artist’s soul.

This performance was not only a demonstration of vocal talent but also an affirmation of the power of music in connecting the artist’s emotions with the audience. The moment “E lucevan le stelle” left a deep impression on viewers, proving that, even during the pandemic, music can still be a bridge between hearts.