Opera “superstar” Jonas Kaufmann is one of the most interesting tenors of the present. He attracts attention thanks to his perfect vocal technique, enchanting voice with unusual baritone velvetiness, significant acting talent, attractive appearance as well as a charismatic personality.

He is acknowledged for his ability to stylishly cover the German, Italian as well as French repertoire and impressively master different opera characters, from straightforward, manly characters to psychologically sophisticated heroes with split personalities. He is celebrated at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden in London, at festivals in Salzburg and Bayreuth, in opera houses in Munich, Paris, Zurich and at La Scala in Milan. He has thus deservedly reached the very top of the singers’ world. He will surely prove this to the audience at the International Music Festival Český Krumlov on 18^th July in his opening gala concert.