Two decades after first joining Deutsche Grammophon, Bryn Terfel has signed an exclusive, long-term recording contract with the Berliners. As part of the deal, the Welsh baritone/bass has affirmed his commitment to supporting the next generation of classical musicians by creating a unique joint venture label.
Utilizing Terfel's artistry and insight, newly-formed Snowdonia Records (after Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales) will seek to identify, develop and record new talent in the classical arena--be they Welsh, British or abroad. Housed within DG's international stable--and supported by lovely A&R vice president Ute Fesquet--this imprint will work both the vocal and instrumental verticals.
The first knights of Snowdonia will be crowned some time during the 2014 fiscal year.
"I am very excited, at this stage of my career, to get really involved in finding and nurturing new talent," said Terfel, just before his appearance at the BBC Proms in Die Walküre, conducted by a hot and bothered Daniel Barenboim.
"I want to help give young artists the opportunity to record--the same opportunity I was given when I myself joined Deutsche Grammophon over 20 years ago."
Thought to be the first time a classical artist has worked on such a venture with a major label, naturally, the announcement comes ahead of Terfel's September 13 release for DG, Homeward Bound...
If you want to read more, Click!
