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International classical singers compete in the world-renowned singing contest.

The best young global talent - aiming to follow in the footsteps of some of the world's greatest classical singers. Who will join the roll of honour and claim the coveted title?

BBC Cardiff Singer of the World: 2011: Finals

BBC Cardiff Singer of the World: 2011: Finals: Part 2: Grand Final

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2011

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Donald Macleod presents the final of the 2011 Cardiff Singer of the World competition.

From St David's Hall, Donald Macleod presents the final of the 2011 Cardiff Singer of the World competition. Five finalists perform their choice of concert and opera arias.

Live from St. David's Hall, Cardiff 

Presented by Donald Macleod 

Five young singers remain as the competition draws to a close. Tonight they return to the concert platform to decide which one of them will be the ultimate winner. In front of a packed house and a distinguished jury that includes Dame Kiri te Kanawa and Marilyn Horne, the five finalists will perform their own choice of concert and opera arias, accompanied by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. By the end of the evening the jury will have awarded just one of them the prestigious title "Cardiff Singer of the World 2011". With expert comment from Iain Burnside.

BBC Cardiff Singer of the World: 2011

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