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Intense excitement and panache are key words when the stage is set for the final of the Queen Sonja Singing Competition! Six finalists sing opera arias, together with the Norwegian National Opera Orchestra under the direction of conductor James Gaffigan.

The British conductor will step across from the Bergen Philharmonic to his new role in Oslo in 2024

Edward Gardner, recently hailed by The Times (London) for the 'sheer vivacity' of his music-making, has been appointed Music Director of the Norwegian Opera & Ballet. He will assume the position of Artistic Advisor from 1 February 2022 before beginning his tenure as Music Director on 1 August 2024.