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A brilliant visit to Angels Costumes today for my fitting as Arturo in Lucia di Lammermoor with @operahollandpark 🎭✨
It’s always a bit magical stepping into a characters costume for the first time — and the team as always are absolute pros. Can’t wait to bring Arturo to life in this stunning production!
#LuciaDiLammermoor #OperaHollandPark #Arturo #CostumeFitting #AngelsCostumes #OperaLife #Donizetti #BehindTheScenes
First day of music rehearsals for Lucia di Lammermoor @operahollandpark !!
Singing Arturo for the first time today — what a fab role, and what an amazing team of singers to share it with.
So excited to get going on this incredible production. Can’t wait to see it come to life!
#luciadilammermoor #arturo #operahollandpark #operalife #donizetti #rehearsalday #excitedtobegin
Last weekend saw @operanorth wrap up its tour of Simon Boccanegra at the @southbankcentre — what an absolute pleasure it’s been to be part of the chorus for both this and The Flying Dutchman!
Grateful to have been part of such powerful productions with such talented teams.
Now… straight into rehearsals this week @operahollandpark for Lucia di Lammermoor — and I can’t wait to get started!
#Arturo #Lucia #Opera #OperaLife #SimonBoccanegra #FlyingDutchman #OperaNorth #OperaHollandPark #Verdi #Donizetti
Last Sunday was an incredible experience representing @flat.pack.music at Spirit of the North at Storyhouse Chester, raising vital funds for the Neuromuscular Centre — a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of people with neuromuscular conditions.
It was a privilege to perform alongside amazing artists like Natalie Dunne and @soladeinde. Meeting Ian Bartholomew and Justin Moorhouse was brilliant, and chatting with Matthew Kelly was an absolute highlight!
Huge well done to everyone involved — and a big thank you to Loveday Ingram for bringing it all together!
#SpiritOfTheNorth #FlatPackMusic #StoryhouseChester #NeuromuscularCentre #OperaForGood #CommunityArts #ProudMoment
Tonight’s stage: The Glasshouse, Gateshead (formerly Sage Gateshead)!
Getting ready for another performance of Simon Boccanegra with Opera North in this stunning venue.
Let’s bring Verdi’s masterpiece to life!
#SimonBoccanegra #OperaNorth #TheGlasshouseGateshead #OperaLife #OnTour #Verdi #BehindTheScenes
What a brilliant day of music!
Morning: Singing Act 4 of La Bohème at the RNCM with the incredible Antony Hermus, as part of a conducting workshop — with a very talented group of singers on the stage and instrumentalists in the pit! Bravo to all the conductors involved
Evening: Straight over to Nottingham for Simon Boccanegra with Opera North.
Feeling grateful to be part of such inspiring music-making today!
#OperaLife #LaBoheme #SimonBoccanegra #RNCM #OperaNorth #OnTheRoad #MusicEverywhere
Still buzzing from an unforgettable day at Gigg Lane!
A huge thank you to everyone at @official_buryfc for letting me be part of such a special occasion — it was a real privilege and honour to witness the 140th anniversary celebrations and that incredible 4–0 win to seal the league title!
Massive thanks to @carolinecleggdirects for inviting me to be involved — it meant the world to stand on that pitch and sing Nessun Dorma in front of such an electric crowd.
Up the Shakers!!
#BuryFC #140Years #LeagueChampions #GiggLane #UpTheShakers #NessunDorma #OperaMeetsFootball #CommunityPride #UnforgettableDay
Here at Gigg Lane ahead of a huge day for Bury FC!
Getting ready to sing Nessun Dorma as part of the celebrations for the club’s 140th Anniversary, a day full of history, passion, and pride.
Today’s also the big match that could see the Shakers crowned league champions — the atmosphere is already buzzing!
Can’t wait to be part of such a special moment in the club’s journey.
Up the Shakers!!
#BuryFC #GiggLane #140Years #UpTheShakers #NessunDorma #MatchDayMagic #OperaMeetsFootball #LeagueTitleIncoming #CommunityCelebration
It’s Sitzprobe time!
Always one of the most exciting moments in the process — first time singing with the full orchestra for Opera North’s production of Simon Boccanegra by Verdi.
The music is rich, dramatic, and full of power… can’t wait to bring it all to life on stage!
#SimonBoccanegra #OperaNorth #Verdi #Sitzprobe #OperaLife #BehindTheScenes #OrchestraDay
Big news from Team Buckmaster… Baby #2 is on the way!
We’re so excited to be welcoming a new little arrival this October!
Willow is absolutely roaring with excitement to become a Big Sister-Saurus — and we couldn’t be prouder.
Fingers crossed I don’t end up even more outnumbered… but let’s be honest, the odds aren’t looking great!
#babyontheway #bigsistervibes #familyoffour #octoberbaby #dadlife
Over the last few weeks I’ve been working with @longboroughfestivalopera as the cover Rodolfo for their new production of La Boheme!
We had a wonderful rehearsal on the stage today and I want to wish everyone involved Toi Toi Toi for all their upcoming performances!
Time for my train home 🏠🫶🏻
#rodolfo #laboheme #puccini #opera #longborough #tenoratwork #coverlife
Thrilled for the grand opening night of MidWales Opera’s electrifying production of Verdi’s “Macbeth”! The journey to be crowned King of Scotland begins in Newtown tonight. To WAR!!
Can’t wait to immerse myself in the power, drama, and destiny of this timeless classic. See you there!
Thank you to @craigfullerphotography for the picture
#Macbeth #MidWalesOpera #OpeningNight #keynoteartistmanagement #tenor #operasingersofinstagram
Final dress rehearsal today for Verdi’s “Macbeth” at MidWales Opera, where I play Malcolm. The excitement is building for tomorrow’s opening night! We’ve delved deep into this masterpiece and can’t wait to share our interpretation of ambition and power. Join us for a memorable evening of opera. #MidWalesOpera #Macbeth #OpeningNight #Malcolm
I have had an absolutely amazing time covering Signor Pluto for @wnotweet Play Opera Live! Space Spectacular! What a lovely company and a great experience rehearsing over the last two weeks with such fantastic musicians! Over 1300 people enjoyed the opening night and I cannot wait to bring Willow to watch too!
As always, thank you to my fabulous agents @keynote_artist_management for putting me forward to this wonderful company.
#opera #tenor #space #wno #childrensopera #operaforall #fun #cardiff
🎶 The staging rehearsals have just begun, for Opera Holland Park’s La Boheme, and I couldn't be happier with how they're progressing. The talented cast, dedicated crew, and visionary director are bringing this beloved opera to life in the most enchanting way. The passion and energy in the rehearsal room are contagious, and I can't wait to share the magic with all of you. Save the date and join us for a night of unforgettable opera when I take to the stage as Rodolfo on the 27th of July! 🌹🎭 #LaBoheme #OperaHollandPark #Rodolfo #SaveTheDate #OperaticMagic
Yesterday was our 2 year anniversary! I cannot believe it has gone so fast!
Until Willow was born this was the greatest day of my life. I love that we can watch it again and again on YouTube :)
@heathercbuckmaster you’re an incredible woman, a wonderful wife, a magnificent mother and the love of my life xxx here’s to many many more years xxx
#weddinganniversary #loveofmylife
Verdi Requiem tonight at the gorgeous if chilly Holy Trinity Church, Southport! 7:30pm
Looking forward to this wonderful work with this energetic and passionate ensemble! Exceptional pianists at work too! Elin Rees and Simon Passmore!
#verdi #requiem #verdirequiem #tenor #gorgeousmusic #southportbachchoir #bringyourthermals
If my daughters reaction is anything to go by you need to come and watch the Verdi Requiem this Saturday!! 4 Soloists and Southport Bach Choir! It’s going to be Epic!
Holy Trinity Church, Southport, PR9 0PR
#verdi #tenor #oratorio #concert #requiem #verdirequiem #choir #soloist #liverpool #southport #northwest #music #livemusic
I couldn’t let today pass without a mushy post about my wonderful wife!
You are the most amazing mother, I am amazed at everything you manage to do and swear you have some special magic powers!
Willow couldn’t ask for a more caring devoted mother. You are magnificent ❤️
Thank you and Willow for coming to watch me perform Haydn’s Creation today! 😍
Absolutely in awe of my amazing wife! Heather Buckmaster you were incredible. The sudden surprise of baby coming at 36wks and the Labour.
Nothing can compare to the intense, painful, beautiful, traumatic, magical moment of bringing our little bundle of joy into the world.
Willow Jean Rebecca Buckmaster:
Born @ 36 week & 2 days:
25th October:
7:45am:
6lbs 7oz
Baby and mother doing well! A little Jaundice but nothing a little LED Phototherapy won’t fix!
Today we said goodbye to a very special and magnificent woman!
Ally Betts you were an amazing, fun, crazy lady in all the best ways. So intelligent and modest, you always brought life to everyone you were around.
I still remember you memorising the soup song from the mighty boosh because you were obsessed! 🤣
You never asked for anything from anyone, although you deserved everything. We are all so lucky for every single moment we had with you.
You will never be forgotten x
Sometimes all you need, is to see the people you love
❤️ I cannot believe we’re at the third trimester already! ❤️
I’ve been feeling super homesick so my gorgeous wife came down for a surprise visit with her brother and his wife. (Or should I say they brought her down. Thanks guys)
Thank you @heathercbuckmaster 😍❤️
August: Dates for your diary!
Looking forward to the next two performances of The Marriage of Figaro for Heritage Opera.
Role debut as Ruggero in La Rondine for @weareifopera at the end of the month!!! Cannot wait to perform this magnificent opera!
(Original picture of Basilio that’s been tooned was taken by @thesingingphotographermike )
#tenor #operasinger #diary #augustdates #mozart #marriageoffigaro #puccini #larondine
Today was day 1 of music calls for @weareifopera production of La rondine! Crazily hot day but a wonderful start to performing the role of Ruggero!
Great to reunite with old friends too!
@meinirwynroberts who I haven’t seen in nearly 10 years will be performing the role of Magda!
#larondine #ifopera #puccini #ruggero #opera #tenor
It has been another music filled month! With still yet more to come! (Apologies for not getting dates out at the start of the month!)
Last nights Dutchman @grangeparkopera with the amazing @sirbryn_official was a truly incredible experience!! Such excellent music with a wonderful group of singers!
Now it’s time for a hair cut! From grizzled sailor to dapper chap! Rehearsals start tomorrow for La Rondine with @weareifopera SUPER EXCITED!!!
#tenor #opera #tenoratwork #singing #wagner #puccini #flyingdutchman #larondine #haircut
June is Here!
This months dates for your diary are here and it’s Triquet all month! Pop along to @operahollandpark for a fantastic night of Opera!
Opening night was a wonderful success! Such a pleasure working with all these fabulous artists!!
#operahollandpark #eugeneonegin #monsieurtriquet #besthairinopera #tenor #singing #opera #dates4urdiary
What a great weekend!
A visit from my gorgeous wife @heathercbuckmaster, we went to see @frozenlondon which was epic!!…even if the glove and cape failed… #showmustgoon … Sven and the costume changes are insane!!!
Perfect lovely time celebrating our 1st wedding anniversary and that we’re expecting our first baby!!
Finished off with a preview show of Eugene Onegin @operahollandpark roll on opening night on Tuesday!!
#weddinganniversary #perfectwife #babynews #operalondon #tenoratwork #westendmusical
Good Morning everyone!
I am happy to announce that I will be performing the role of Triquet in Tchaikovskys Eugene Onegin for Opera Holland Park.
It has been so much fun and a real privilege to work with the whole team! The show is shaping up to be something really special!
Looking forward to the performances!
#Triquet #onegin #Tchaikovsky #tchaikovsky #eugeneonegin #tenor #operasinger
This Saturday 29th sees me jump into a performance of my favourite opera, Puccini’s La Boheme with Instant Opera at 19:30 in the Normansfield Theatre, Teddington, TW11 9PS.
This wonderful group of performers have put together a fantastic show in spite of all the struggles. Toi toi toi for the opening night tonight!
It’s an absolute pleasure to join them for this one performance! Pop along if you’re free and support the arts, be warned tho, tickets are selling fast!
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing?eid=22771
#opera #laboheme #teddington #normansfieldtheatre #instantopera #rodolfo #puccini
Yesterday I had the unexpected privilege of performing at the Centenary Celebration for John Randal Bradburne.
Some wonderful new pieces of music inspired by the poems and life of this fascinating man. Congratulations to all the composers and musicians involved.
Definitely check out his poems of which there are many….
http://www.johnbradburnepoems.com
#newmusic #singing #johnbradburne #johnbradburnememorialsociety #centenary #burychoralsociety
Last weekend saw a return to the THE NESTON CLUB for the 2021 Park Gate Proms. It was so much fun and wonderful to perform such a varied programme with L'Orchestra dell'Arte! I hope everyone enjoyed it as much as I did!
#opera #musicaltheatre #performingagain #parkgateproms #nestonclub #music #orchestra
The wonderful Theatre in the woods @grangeparkopera where we have been working hard on four operas! #falstaff #laboheme #ivantheterrible #litvinenko
What an amazing place to sing! Definitely worth the trip down to watch and listen to fantastic Opera performances!
#lovemusic #loveopera #grangeparkopera #feelinglucky
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