Renowned baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky took the stage alongside soprano Sumi Jo and Belgian pop sensation Lara Fabian at New Wave 2011. The event, a prestigious international competition for young singers, saw these iconic vocalists deliver an unforgettable performance, combining classical and pop elements in a celebration of musical talent.

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Baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky, celebrated for his powerful and expressive voice, joined forces with soprano Sumi Jo and Belgian pop sensation Lara Fabian for a spectacular finale at the New Wave 2011 competition.

This international event, which showcases the best emerging talent in classical and pop music, marked its 10th anniversary with a performance at the prestigious “Dzintari” concert hall in Jūrmala, Latvia.

The concert, recorded live on July 31, 2011, featured Hvorostovsky in his usual commanding presence, alongside the soaring vocals of Sumi Jo and Lara Fabian’s emotive delivery.

Together, they offered a captivating performance, blending the realms of opera and pop in an unforgettable showcase of vocal prowess. Under the baton of conductor Constantine Orbelian, the Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Choir provided rich musical support, enhancing the dynamic range of each performance.

The concert was a significant milestone for the New Wave competition, which brings together young artists from across the globe. It also set the stage for an exciting future. In 2012, Dmitri Hvorostovsky was slated to embark on a new concert program with Russian producer and composer Igor Krutoy, with plans to perform at the Kremlin in Moscow.

This collaboration promised to further elevate Hvorostovsky’s artistic journey and contribute to the cultural dialogue between Russia and the world.

The 2011 New Wave concert not only marked a momentous occasion in the competition’s history but also reaffirmed Dmitri Hvorostovsky’s status as one of the most revered baritones of his generation.