Winner of the 15. International Singing Competition for Baroque Opera "Pietro Antonio Cesti": Countertenor Maximiliano Danta
The renowned International Singing Competition for Baroque Opera "Pietro Antonio Cesti" concluded with the finale on August 30, 2024. Countertenor Maximiliano Danta from Uruguay impressed the jury with a remarkable performance and emerged as the winner of the competition. The second place was awarded to soprano Jiayu Jin from China, who also received high praise for her interpretation. Mezzo-soprano Brenda Poupard from France claimed third place. Countertenor Pelka Vojtěch received the Audience Award. The Young Talent Award went to mezzo-soprano Ekaterina Chayka-Rubinstein from Germany.