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2007 competition

The 2007 competition

Most of the 2007 competitors at the welcome party (Photo: Brian Tarr)

More than 1,000 singers applied to take part, of whom a record 677 auditioned in 44 locations worldwide. Twenty-five made it through to Cardiff.

The 25 finalists were in Cardiff between 9-17 June to sing before a panel of distinguished jurors and equally discerning audiences.

The competition was open to singers aged 18-36 on 1 June 2007, at the start of their careers. They had to demonstrate high levels of vocal talent, musicianship and communication skills.

The winner of BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2007 was Shenyang from China. The Song Prize was won by Elizabeth Watts from England.

The winner - Shenyang from China

The winner - Shenyang from China

Watch video clips from 2007

Watch video clips from 2007

The year's entrants

The 25 talented singers who competed in Cardiff in June 2007.

Jury members for 2007

The nine distinguished jury members, from across the classical world.

Conductors, accompanists and orchestras

The orchestras, conductors and piano accompanists.

About the 2007 master classes

Legendary musicians working with great singers of a new generation.

Key dates and events

Calendar of events taking place between 9 and 17 June in Cardiff, Wales.


TV and radio

Television production gallery

In the picture

There was extensive coverage of the competition across the BBC networks.

Newsletter

Musical score

Know the score

Keep in touch with Cardiff Singer news and events information.

Welcome to Cardiff

Stone animals outside Cardiff Castle

In the city

Essential links and information for visiting Cardiff

BBC Wales Music

Bryn Terfel

Classical and opera

Read about some of the greatest singers from Wales.

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