2020: Singer
Supported by Jenny Hodgson
For the outstanding quality and scope of the performances and work in any context of an individual singer in the UK.
Natalya Romaniw - soprano
‘In a sensational year, Natalya has invested palpable emotion and sheer vocal magic in the title roles of Tosca for Scottish Opera, Madama Butterfly for English National Opera, and Iolanta for Opera Holland Park.’
You can see the moment this award was announced as part of the full RPS Awards Presentation, broadcast online on Wednesday 18 November 2020.
Also shortlisted:
The 2020 shortlist for Singer was decided by an independent panel drawn from across the music profession comprising:
- Ailish Tynan, soprano
- James Baillieu, pianist
- Marie-Sophie Willis, Chief Executive, The Sixteen
- Roger Wright, Chief Executive, Britten Pears Arts
- Wasfi Kani, Chief Executive, Grange Park Opera