VOICEBOX: Opera in Concert pays tribute to the memory of its founder, the legendary Stuart Hamilton, by awarding up and coming young professionals. Beste is one of the first artists chosen by the Stuart Hamilton Memorial Fund for Emerging Artists for this award.

Stuart Hamilton was an award-winning Canadian pianist, operatic vocal coach, radio broadcaster, artistic director, and producer based in Toronto. As one of Canada’s top vocal coaches for over 65 years, he has inspired and coached generations of singers.