Let us introduce Vitaliy Kovalchuk, the tenor from Ukraine who this summer takes on the role of Pollione in the opera Norma here at Skäret. A role that musically offers both lyrical and dramatic tones. It’s still a while before we get to enjoy Vitaliy Kovalchuk’s singing, but we know that he has begun preparing for the role. The first thing he does is to immerse himself in the plot and understand his character, as well as the other characters. Only then does he begin to prepare musically. Let’s take a peek behind the scenes to get a taste as Vitaliy performs Pollione’s aria and cabaletta “Meco all’ altar di venere…Me proteggere difende”.