From many entries from around the Commonwealth, our esteemed Jury has decided that the twelve semi-finalists, named above, will begin the battle to become one of the five finalists, to present their repertoire accompanied by the Welsh National Opera Orchestra.

VOBO’22 is also supported by Birmingham Contemporary Music Group. Join us for what will be a ground-breaking event as we find 2022, ‘Voice of Black Opera.’ of the Commonwealth!

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