2015-01-07, WAZ
Ein Widerspruch der schönen Sorte: ganz oben zu sein, aber nicht von oben herab. Der französische Countertenor Philippe Jaroussky (36) regiert das Reich der hohen Herren-Töne seit Jahren – und zeigt sich im Gespräch als absolut allürenfreier Plauderer, wie Lars von der Gönna im wilden Interview-Mix aus Deutsch, Englisch und Französisch erfuhr”…
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High and higher – counter tenor PJ is at the top of his vocal fach. Soon he’ll be in Dortmund, singing in “Niobe”, a rediscovered baroque opera. An interview with a star without airs and graces.
A contradiction of the beautiful kind. Being on top, but not looking down on people. French countertenor Philippe Jaroussky (36) has been reigning the empire of the high male sounds for years and emerges as being an unpretentious chatter, L. v. G learned during the wild interview, using French, English and German:
Did you have the opportunity to relax a bit around Christmas? In 2014, your schedule was bordering on top-class sport. Actually, do you never say “stop!” Monsieur?
Oh dear, that’s a weak spot. I really do find it hard to say “No”. And if a very good orchestra is calling, if there are amazing discoveries waiting, I catch myself having said “yes” once again. But I’m planning to take a little more time off in the future.
