SUMEI BAO-SMITH
Soprano

‘Sumei Bao-Smith’s gleaming soprano adorns the peaceful coda.’

BBC Music Magazine

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‘The ‘Nunc dimittis’ is no less involving, its pathos given lustre by soprano soloist Sumei Bao-Smith.’

Opera Today

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'Plaudits for soprano Sumei Bao-Smith, who soars lightly in the final motet.'​

Gramophone

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'Bao-Smith’s voice, both silken smooth and intensely characterful, is remarkable; the audience genuinely sat up straighter in her (thankfully multiple) arias.'

Varsity

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'Sumei Bao-Smith’s clear and focussed soprano voice was brightly jubilant as she welcomed her victorious father home and exquisitely loaded with pathos as she lamented her tragic fate, to be slaughtered in return for his triumph. It was a magical moment in the music most beautifully realised by this young and very talented singer. We are all looking forward to hearing her again, many times.'

Latest

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'Bao-Smith’s lush accentuations made the arduous seem facile. Reflecting the theme of this segment, Bao-Smith’s enchanting voice moved like a minute wave that enveloped itself through delicate swells. The program notes mention that this song “captures a moment of still water transformed by a sudden visitation. The lake lies ‘cold and still’ until the blue bird passes overhead, its reflection touching the surface.” This was not unlike Smith’s voice hovering within reach of the audience to quicken the stillness of the moment.'

The Boston Musical Intelligencer