Still on the road with Ana Vieira Leite! The soprano is part of William Christie’s 80th birthday tour. Keeping up the pace, stealing moments of sleep when possible, and staying hydrated—it’s all part of the journey! 
By Ana Vieira Leite
From January 14 to February 3, rising Portuguese soprano Ana Vieira Leite was on the road, and she’s sharing her tour diary with us. An intimate glimpse into the daily life of a singer. Part Two: Tourcoing, Versailles, Bordeaux… and a debut at Carnegie Hall in New York with William Christie and Les Arts Florissants.
January 22, 2025
5:40 am
Train Utrecht – Paris
I barely slept. After a concert, with all the energy and adrenaline, it’s rarely possible for me to relax and fall asleep immediately when I return to the hotel. I always need extra time to start unwinding…
Once again, the train is the ideal mode of transportation: a last chance to memorize what’s left and sleep as much as possible.
10:00 am
Arrival at Gare du Nord, then off to the Philharmonie de Paris for a rehearsal with Les Arts Florissants.
This is my only rehearsal before the concert, with an entirely new programme.
7:00 pm
Rehearsal finished, back home.
Unpacking my suitcase.
Choosing a new dress for the next concert.
Repacking my suitcase.
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