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David Cangelosi

David Cangelosi was a strong-voiced Noctambulist and Pope of Fools, singing with more irony and seductiveness…(his) long hair and white suit made this rogue foppishly elegant.

Opera News

The other high-lying male role is filled by David Cangelosi. His voice is unusually rich and powerful…

Theater Jones

The remarkable David Cangelosi etched yet another vivid and strongly sung characterization as the goofy scientist, Spalanzani.

Chicago Classical Review

David Cangelosi gave us a vibrant, interesting tenor as Tinca.

New York Sun

It was Cangelosi's Mime who nearly stole the show for being so brilliantly sung with vivid characterization.

Opéra Fantastique

David Cangelosi gave his usual polished turn as the wicked Monostatos.

Musical America

Mime…brilliantly sung and acted by David Cangelosi, possibly the greatest Mime ever.

Opera West

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Biography

David Cangelosi has firmly established himself as an artist who combines both excellent singing with winning characterizations. He is highly acclaimed by major opera companies and symphony orchestras in the U.S. and abroad, particularly for his portrayal of Mime in Wagner’s Ring Cycle.

Additionally, Mr. Cangelosi serves as the Artistic/Program Director of the Vann Vocal Institute in Montgomery, Alabama, and actively travels the country as a recitalist, symphonic guest-artist, competition adjudicator, and Master Class instructor for aspiring vocalists.

Reviews

“The dwarf Mime (brilliantly sung and acted by David Cangelosi, possibly the greatest Mime ever) is living with his ‘adopted son’, Siegfried, in the shell of a small trailer.”…”Nobody has ever been more effective or as amusing than David Cangelosi as Mime; he made every minute of this often annoying role a total pleasure.”

Opera Review: Siegfried (Cycle II), San Francisco Opera
Opera West

“I was impressed with the energy and physicality of David Cangelosi as the four servants as well. Cangelosi stole the whole show.”

Opera Review: The Tales of Hoffmann, Santa Fe Opera
Out West Arts

“As the First Jew, David Cangelosi revealed vocal resources superior to those of most character tenors.”

Concert review: Salome, Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood
Richard Dyer, Boston Globe

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"So what happens now?" "Where am I going to?"

By David Cangelosi | July 9, 2015

I spoke to a colleague the other night about my first Equity job… the one that got me that ever prized ‘union card’ when so many of us were looking for a break in show-business. It was 1985, and I didn’t attend my college graduation in order to be in Brunswick, Maine to start rehearsals […]

And then…Spring

By David Cangelosi | April 11, 2015

And finally I awoke this morning to the glories of Spring: The sun broke over the East Side of New York, and bathed my Upper West Side 35th floor New York residence with a golden glaze.  An hour-long exercise walk in Central Park after morning coffee, found me in the company of many other New […]

Tears, Jeers, and Cheers

By David Cangelosi | January 27, 2015

January 21, 2015 The close of 2014 and start of 2015 found myself and my family in a state of panic as my father suffered a devastating head injury while visiting me in New York City. What was to be a fun visit for my parents to see me perform at the Metropolitan Opera, and […]

From Gamble Auditorium to List Hall

By David Cangelosi | November 10, 2014

November 10 (my birthday), 2014 After graduating from Baldwin-Wallace College (now Baldwin-Wallace University) 30 years ago, I had never stepped foot back onto campus to speak to students, present a masterclass, or even sing an alumni recital.  This all changed recently thanks to an invitation from an old classmate (Nanette Canfield) who has run the […]

All Hands On Deck at 'Vann Vocal Institute'

By David Cangelosi | September 30, 2014

September 30, 2014 When your body (and your wife) finally tell you to throttle back, you had better listen.  Therefore I write this entry from my bed, bored to tears, but still panicked over what must be done in the next few weeks.  The Vann Vocal Institute in Montgomery, Alabama is an intense week for […]

Build It, and They Will Sing!

By David Cangelosi | July 26, 2014

July 26, 2014 As I sit in Denver International Airport awaiting my flight to Tokyo and my next work assignment; I am reflecting upon the past four weeks of intense work at Land of Enchantment Opera Institute (LOEOI). There are more summer vocal study programs out there than you can shake a stick at these […]

A Cunning Little Production

By David Cangelosi | May 14, 2014

May 14, 2014: When I was contacted a year and a half ago about participating in a concert version of Janacek’s The Cunning Little Vixen, I told my agent/manager: “Great, no problem; it’ll be fun.  Little did I know how much fun it would be…but how much ‘work’ it would be too!!  Below is the link […]

A Day In My Life

By David Cangelosi | January 5, 2014

I have been asked on occasion to write a few articles for our trade publication: The AGMAzine.  Below is a copy of the article which has (or will) recently appeared.  This may be a good way to kick off the year 2014…since I have rehearsal later this morning to start the post holiday season! A […]

The Age of Envy

By David Cangelosi | December 17, 2013

This article below was excellent. Mr. Reich’s appearance last weekend on “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” has proven yet again that his ‘broken record, same old, one-note, sour tune’ still resonates with tin-ear followers. I have spent 35 years in show business in an attempt to bring joy to a world with my meager talents, […]

An Interview with David Cangelosi

By David Cangelosi | December 3, 2013

A very nice young man who is studying our craft, and starting his career, was given an assignment at school recently.  His charge was to seek out a professional colleague and interview them.  His questions were so good, and his intentions so sincere, that I decided to post the interview to my blog.  Thank you […]

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