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https://www.operaphila.org - Baritone Troy Cook talks about performing the role of Rodrigo in Opera Philadelphia's new production of Verdi's DON CARLO, April 24–May 3, 2015 at the Academy of Music.

Troy discusses his preparation for his role debut through a visit to San Lorenzo di El Escorial, the royal palace and monastery built by King Philip II in 1584. Troy currently lives in Quakertown, Bucks County, Pennsylvania.