Allan Clayton
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The essence of opera
‘His voice exemplifies the essence of opera as a theatrical extremity of expression’
Joshua Barone, The New York Times
Allan Clayton combines exceptional vocal flexibility and tonal beauty with a powerful dramatic instinct. Widely regarded as a definitive interpreter of Peter Grimes, he has also made leading roles including Hamlet, Jephtha, Gerontius and Captain Vere his own, bringing vocal refinement and emotional intensity to repertoire from the Baroque to the present day. His work spans opera, concert repertoire and song, and he is a committed advocate for contemporary music, having premiered works written specifically for his voice by composers including Mark-Anthony Turnage and Tom Coult.
