Join us for a special evening on the 10th of May
Hello Supporters, The 10th of May is fast approaching, and we are almost ready to entertain you!
Please purchase your tickets and invite your friends and family to join you. Your support is greatly needed and appreciated.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to purchase some wonderful books to support our projects.
About the event
In addition to our twenty-strong BBCF Voices, we have three wonderful soloists joining us on the night. This is your chance to experience incredible music while supporting the meaningful work of BBCF through both ticket sales and our book table.
Meet the soloists
Lufuno Ndou
Mezzo-Soprano
Lufuno Ndou is a South African-born Mezzo-Soprano who studied at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Some of the roles she performed during this time include Zweite Knabe in the Conservatoire’s production of Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte and Mercedes in the Quintet from Bizet’s Carmen in the 2018 production of Opera Scenes. She also performed in Grange Park Opera’s Porgy and Bess (directed by Jean-Pierre van der Spuy) as part of the chorus. In 2022, she sang with Chineke! Orchestra at the BBC Proms, performing Beethoven’s 9th Symphony at the Royal Albert Hall. She has been on various recording projects, including the 2018 and 2022 Black Panther films. Most recently, she performed Dream of Geriontius with Gabrieli C&P, under the direction of Paul McCreesh.
Oscar Dom Victor Castellino
Baritone
Goan-Indian baritone, Oscar Castellino was born in Mumbai. He studied physics and computer science at University and went on to work in the software industry. It was then that his voice was discovered by soprano Patricia Rozario when she heard him sing 'Deep River' at a workshop she conducted in India. Oscar trained at the Royal College of Music and Royal Welsh College of Music. Teachers include Patricia Rozario, Donald Maxwell, Adrian Thompson and David Rendall. Oscar made his operatic debut at Welsh National Opera with the role of George Benton in Dead Man Walking. He also sings with the Royal Opera House extra chorus.
Lynda Olivia Nwabudike
Soprano
Lynda Olivia Nwabudike is a soprano currently mentored at Glyndebourne Opera and has recently graced the stage with Opera Holland Park's Chorus for their 2024 Season. Trained in classical music, she possesses a unique talent for blending traditional techniques with contemporary styles, making each performance a memorable experience. Lynda has been featured prominently in performances showcasing her skills in both solo and ensemble settings. Her career highlights include a variety of concerts across diverse venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, Wigmore Hall, and the American Embassy, where she consistently delivers performances that deeply resonate with her audiences.
