Kai Wessel

Kai Wessel is a renowned German countertenor known for his remarkable interpretations of early music, Baroque opera, and contemporary classical works. Born in 1964 in Hamburg, Wessel originally trained as a bassoonist before shifting his focus to vocal studies at the Musikhochschule Köln (Cologne University of Music). Over his career, he’s become a sought-after performer for both historic and modern repertoire, collaborating with leading conductors and ensembles around the world. His versatility shines through in projects ranging from Bach’s sacred works to avant-garde operas by composers like Olga Neuwirth and Chaya Czernowin. Wessel is also deeply committed to education, teaching voice and historically informed performance at the Hochschule für Künste Bremen.

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