Recent Praise for Brian Cheney
As Ottavio in Don Giovianni
"Don Ottavio, Donna Anna's betrothed, gets much better treatment from Brian Cheney's strong tenor than the powerless Ottavio probably deserves."
"Ottavio's "Il mio tesoro," powerfully done by Cheney."
As Pinkerton in Madame Butterfly
"Tenor Brian Cheney"s powerful tenor voice appeared to be even stronger and clearer (than his performance here two years ago) with precise phrasing, effortlessly delivered."
"(Soprano Jennifer) Davison and Cheney displayed real chemistry with their vocal interplay. The crescendos soared, but perhaps more impressive were the tender moments the two shared between the peaks of more palpable passion. The seamlessness of the acting and singing pointed to great talent and attention to detail on the part of both the singers and the director, Jon Truitt."
Read more about Ashville Lyric Opera's production of Madame Butterfly here.
Listen to Brian sing selections from Madame Butterfly here.