Notable Performers
Amongst the notable singers who have performed with the company are Susan Chilcott (The Countess in Le nozze di Figaro, 1993 ) Susan Bullock (Helena in Die ägyptische Helena, 1997) and Yvonne Kenny (Christine in Intermezzo, 2001). Conductors include David Parry, Ivor Bolton, Jane Glover, and the founder of Grange Park Opera, Wasfi Kani. In addition to conducting Garsington Opera performances, Kani also served as the company's Assistant Director from 1993 to 1998.
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