Patrons

Magdala has some very distinguished artistic patrons:

Sir Willard White

Famed for his enormous, rich voice and powerful stage presence, international opera bass Sir Willard has been a "friend" to Magdala for many years, performing at Magdala concerts - most recently in October 2008.

Gerald Finley

Canadian Baritone Gerald Finley appears in a variety of leading roles at the world's leading opera houses and has created the lead roles in major premieres, including Onegin in "Eugene Onegin" at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden and Oppenheimer in "Doctor Atomic" at the Metropolitan Opera New York.

Louise Winter

Preston born Mezzo Soprano Louise Winter studied at the Royal Northern College of Music and enjoys a successful career, most recently working on dramatic repertoire including "Tristan und Isolde" and "La Forza del Destino" and concert work with many of the world's leading orchestras and conductors.

Lesley Garrett, Soprano

Emma Thompson, Writer & Actress

Greg Wise, Actor