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Cairan Ryan

Cairan Ryan is a rabid soccer and hockey fan who—by his own admission—spends most weekends yelling at the TV, urging his favourite teams on. “I bleed Manchester United and Calgary Flames,” laughs the Canadian baritone. This enthusiasm stems from his childhood years as a competitive soccer player. To this day, his pursuit of excellence on the soccer field mirrors his drive for mastery on the world’s opera stages.

Ryan’s father

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