Cosi fan tutte, Bury Court Opera 2017
'The six principles made a sparkling team... Bethan Langford led in the acting stakes, and supplied a delicious voice, particularly lovely in the middle range.' Roderic Dunnett, Opera Now Magazine
'Bethan Langford as Dorabella is stylish in every way, making the most of her music and of her comic opportunities.' Owen Davies, Plays to See
The Pilgrimage of the Rose, Oxford Lieder Festival, October 2016
'Bethan Langford’s gorgeous mezzo made some superb contributions.... The sense of mutual discovery was palpable, as was the audience’s engagement with the musical charm and the pathos of the unfolding tale...For many this was an unexpected highlight of the festival.' Roy Westbrook, Bachtrack
The Rape of Lucretia, Guildhall School Opera, February 2016
'Bethan Langford, who in her classically pleated robe radiated a Kathleen Ferrier-like dignity and self-possession as Lucretia, has a mezzo of considerable quality, and her English poise contrasted powerfully with the misery of her downfall, which was very movingly staged.' Classical Source
'As Lucretia, Bethan Langford’s mezzo-soprano is rich and nuanced, and yet still carries a beautiful sense of sweetness.' Music OMH
'Bethan Langford’s serene Lucretia, sure of her place in her husband’s affections, is transformed into a traumatised woman after the violence committed on body and soul. Her performance remains in the mind long afterwards. ' The Sunday Express
Le donne curiose, Guildhall School opera, November 2015
'A number of voices to watch register, including Bethan Langford's Beatrice.' The Guardian
'Notably Bethan Langford’s sourpuss Beatrice, whose expressive face and comic timing provide plenty of Stepford Wife energy in her rapid exchanges' Bachtrack
'Bethan Langford’s excellent mezzo-soprano voice is complemented by astute gestures as she reveals Beatrice’s impatience by kneading dough and chopping vegetables in time with the music' The Arts Desk
'Bethan Langford conveyed Beatrice’s indignant exasperation through both the richness of her mezzo soprano and the violence that she inflicted on Ottavio’s pasta supper.' Opera Today
Wigmore Hall recital, April 2015
'Langford was focused and direct, the tone open and well-rounded. The steadiness of line, despite the low tessitura and long phrases, was impressive and typical of the considerable composure and maturity that she displayed throughout the recital'
'Langford achieved a thrilling brightness at the top and demonstrated impressive vocal agility'
'Langford was a clear and unaffected storyteller' Claire Seymour, Opera Today
See full article:
http://www.operatoday.com/content/2015/04/bethan_langford.php
Oxford Lieder Festival closing concert, November 2014
'Bethan Langford – currently a student at the Guildhall School – opened the recital with three songs, singing with a steely steadiness and vocal maturity that belied her young age. There was also a roundedness to her voice which was somewhat reminiscent of Elly Ameling... Nacht und Träume ...received ideal clarity and seamlessness.' Seen and heard International
East O' the Sun, West O' the Moon, Tete a Tete Opera Festival July 2014
'The magnificent Bethan Langford, who performs three different witches trapped in a single body... is a tour de force: playing three parts, in one fast-paced solo aria, to an audience on two sides of the room, Langford seems not only unphased but positively relishing the challenge.' Bachtrack
Die Fledermaus, Clonter Opera July 2013
'As Prince Orlofsky, Bethan Langford... had stage presence and showed herself to be an outstanding Mezzo.' Manchester Theatre Awards
'Bethan Langford made a real contribution as Prince Orlofsky despite joining the little company only at the very last minute because of injury. There may have been backstage drama but the show went on, and went on very well.' Manchester Evening News.
'Les Six' recital, Charlton House, with Justin Snyder, March 2013
'The extracts from Auric's Poemes de Paul Eluard (1940-48)... recieved outstanding performances from Bethan Langford. Langford's majestic voice brought Auric's alluring metaphors to life.' Bachtrack
A Soldier and a Maker, Barbican Centre, April 2012
'There was a quietly scene-stealing performance from Bethan Langford' Opera Magazine
'the most remarkable portrayal to my mind is Bethan Langford as the composer's sister Winifred' Seen and Heard International
'A terrifically nuanced performance from Bethan Langford, heartbreaking as Gurney's loyal sister.' Classicalsource.com
'It is is the bald accounts of Gurney's sister Winifred (Bethan Langford)... that the drama finds it centre' New Statesman
'The six principles made a sparkling team... Bethan Langford led in the acting stakes, and supplied a delicious voice, particularly lovely in the middle range.' Roderic Dunnett, Opera Now Magazine
'Bethan Langford as Dorabella is stylish in every way, making the most of her music and of her comic opportunities.' Owen Davies, Plays to See
The Pilgrimage of the Rose, Oxford Lieder Festival, October 2016
'Bethan Langford’s gorgeous mezzo made some superb contributions.... The sense of mutual discovery was palpable, as was the audience’s engagement with the musical charm and the pathos of the unfolding tale...For many this was an unexpected highlight of the festival.' Roy Westbrook, Bachtrack
The Rape of Lucretia, Guildhall School Opera, February 2016
'Bethan Langford, who in her classically pleated robe radiated a Kathleen Ferrier-like dignity and self-possession as Lucretia, has a mezzo of considerable quality, and her English poise contrasted powerfully with the misery of her downfall, which was very movingly staged.' Classical Source
'As Lucretia, Bethan Langford’s mezzo-soprano is rich and nuanced, and yet still carries a beautiful sense of sweetness.' Music OMH
'Bethan Langford’s serene Lucretia, sure of her place in her husband’s affections, is transformed into a traumatised woman after the violence committed on body and soul. Her performance remains in the mind long afterwards. ' The Sunday Express
Le donne curiose, Guildhall School opera, November 2015
'A number of voices to watch register, including Bethan Langford's Beatrice.' The Guardian
'Notably Bethan Langford’s sourpuss Beatrice, whose expressive face and comic timing provide plenty of Stepford Wife energy in her rapid exchanges' Bachtrack
'Bethan Langford’s excellent mezzo-soprano voice is complemented by astute gestures as she reveals Beatrice’s impatience by kneading dough and chopping vegetables in time with the music' The Arts Desk
'Bethan Langford conveyed Beatrice’s indignant exasperation through both the richness of her mezzo soprano and the violence that she inflicted on Ottavio’s pasta supper.' Opera Today
Wigmore Hall recital, April 2015
'Langford was focused and direct, the tone open and well-rounded. The steadiness of line, despite the low tessitura and long phrases, was impressive and typical of the considerable composure and maturity that she displayed throughout the recital'
'Langford achieved a thrilling brightness at the top and demonstrated impressive vocal agility'
'Langford was a clear and unaffected storyteller' Claire Seymour, Opera Today
See full article:
http://www.operatoday.com/content/2015/04/bethan_langford.php
Oxford Lieder Festival closing concert, November 2014
'Bethan Langford – currently a student at the Guildhall School – opened the recital with three songs, singing with a steely steadiness and vocal maturity that belied her young age. There was also a roundedness to her voice which was somewhat reminiscent of Elly Ameling... Nacht und Träume ...received ideal clarity and seamlessness.' Seen and heard International
East O' the Sun, West O' the Moon, Tete a Tete Opera Festival July 2014
'The magnificent Bethan Langford, who performs three different witches trapped in a single body... is a tour de force: playing three parts, in one fast-paced solo aria, to an audience on two sides of the room, Langford seems not only unphased but positively relishing the challenge.' Bachtrack
Die Fledermaus, Clonter Opera July 2013
'As Prince Orlofsky, Bethan Langford... had stage presence and showed herself to be an outstanding Mezzo.' Manchester Theatre Awards
'Bethan Langford made a real contribution as Prince Orlofsky despite joining the little company only at the very last minute because of injury. There may have been backstage drama but the show went on, and went on very well.' Manchester Evening News.
'Les Six' recital, Charlton House, with Justin Snyder, March 2013
'The extracts from Auric's Poemes de Paul Eluard (1940-48)... recieved outstanding performances from Bethan Langford. Langford's majestic voice brought Auric's alluring metaphors to life.' Bachtrack
A Soldier and a Maker, Barbican Centre, April 2012
'There was a quietly scene-stealing performance from Bethan Langford' Opera Magazine
'the most remarkable portrayal to my mind is Bethan Langford as the composer's sister Winifred' Seen and Heard International
'A terrifically nuanced performance from Bethan Langford, heartbreaking as Gurney's loyal sister.' Classicalsource.com
'It is is the bald accounts of Gurney's sister Winifred (Bethan Langford)... that the drama finds it centre' New Statesman
