Stephen Gould

Stephen Gould is an American operatic tenor, known for his performances in the works of Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss, among other composers. He has established himself as one of the leading Heldentenors of his generation, a voice type that is characterized by powerful, heroic tones suitable for roles such as Tristan in "Tristan und Isolde" and the title roles in "Siegfried" and "Parsifal." Gould has performed at prestigious opera houses around the world, including the Bayreuth Festival, where Wagner's operas are a central focus. His interpretations of challenging roles have been praised for their vocal strength and dramatic intensity.