{"product_id":"simon-estes-in-his-own-voice-landauer-an-autobiography-the-dramatic-story-of-how-faith-and-integrity-triumph-over-adversity-and-discrimination-9781890621018","title":"Simon Estes: In His Own Voice (Landauer) An Autobiography: The Dramatic Story of How Faith and Integrity Triumph Over Adversity and Discrimination","description":"\u003cp\u003eSimon Estes: In His Own Voice is the dramatic autobiographical story of the internationally-acclaimed opera star and bass baritone  Simon Estes  and how faith and integrity helped him triumph over adversity and discrimination. Telling his inspiring life story  from his familys history of slavery and struggle to him performing for presidents  popes  world leaders  and celebrities  Simon shares how his determination  positivity  and strong faith in God led him to center stage. Filled with photographs  memos  and detailed stories  get a first-hand account into the life and career of Simon Estes in this incredible autobiography. Rising from humble beginnings in the small town of Centerville  Iowa  Simon Estesgrandson of a slave sold at auction for $500  son of a father who faithfully struggled to provide for his familyis an amazing African-American success story. With family values founded upon a Godly heritage  character-building struggle and sacrifice  Simon Estes successfully faced each new hurdle and career challenge  culminating in triumph for this talented performing artist. At age eight  Simon Estes began singing in church with his family. At the University of Iowa his mentor  Charles Kellis  introduced Simon to classical music. After a year at The Juilliard School of Music in New York City  Simon made his debut in 1965 with Deutsche Oper Berlin as Ramfis in Aida. 1966 brought third place in the first Tchaikovsky Vocal Competition and a White House appearance. Since then  Simon Estes has sung for United States presidents  kings and queens  and numerous other world leaders. This internationally renowned bass-baritone is best known as King Philip in Don Carlo  Escamillo in Carmen  Wotan in Wagners Ring Cycle  Amfortas in Parsifal  Porgy in Porgy and Bess  his four roles in The Tales of Hoffman  and the title roles of Boris Gudonov  the Flying Dutchman  and Macbeth. In demand as a soloist and recitalist  Simon Estes has performed with the worlds most prominent orchestras and conductors in its finest opera houses and recital halls. He has recorded on more than ten labels. Simon Estes shares both his voice and his determination to make a difference through his compassionate humanitarian efforts for the numerous youth who benefit from this vision for merit-based education and opportunity. He is truly an American hero with the voice  values and vision to inspire the next generation. Share in the extraordinary applause from many admirers around the world who believe thaton and off the stageSimon Estes deserves a standing ovation! \"Through struggle and sacrifice  Iowa-born Simon Estes determined to maintain a positive attitude and  with faith in God  turned adversity into achievement worthy of international acclaim. As the son of an Iowa farmer  I have also reaped the rewards of family values founded upon a Godly heritage and share in the applause for this extraordinarily gifted performing artist.\" Dr. Robert H. Schuller  The Crystal Cathedral\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45951536463925,"sku":"ByrdShop_1890621013","price":62.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781890621018.jpg?v=1788112501","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/simon-estes-in-his-own-voice-landauer-an-autobiography-the-dramatic-story-of-how-faith-and-integrity-triumph-over-adversity-and-discrimination-9781890621018","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}