Portraying villains and building his own media world. Christian Van Horn will sing in Prague

American bass-baritone Christian Van Horn is known for his captivating performances as villains in operas. He will debut in Prague on November 8, accompanied by the Prague Philharmonia. Van Horn finds the character of Don Giovanni fascinating due to his unapologetic nature and strong convictions. He enjoys portraying dark characters, as they allow for exploration of emotions outside his personal experiences. He emphasizes the importance of physical fitness in his singing career and has a disciplined approach to health. His upcoming program reflects his current roles, featuring devils and kings from various operas. Van Horn manages his social media and podcast independently, aiming to provide a realistic view of the opera profession. He believes in the potential of independent music production to reshape the classical recording industry.

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