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Behind the scenes with PT Young Artists: Claudia Diaz

Performance Today Young Artist in Residence Claudia Diaz first discovered opera through a movie, then a YouTube search led her to Maria Callas and later Diana Damrau. Now, she says opera lets her feel deeply and connect with listeners. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at her performance video shoot at Minneapolis Historical Landmark, The Van Dusen Mansion.

Diaz, who is pursuing an Artist Diploma at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, reflects on human connection, Puerto Rico, and the people who shaped her journey and gets a surprise lunch from local Minneapolis gem, Ena Minneapolis.

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Performance Today Team
Host and Producer: Meghann Oglesby
Camera Operators: Evan Clark, Sean Belcher, Ruben Schneiderman
Editors: Evan Clark, Ruben Schneiderman
Audio Engineer: Michael Osborne
Musicians: Claudia Diaz, soprano; Kevin Korth, piano

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