May 5, 2010 by Bruce Hembd
Archived under: Inspiration & The Big Picture, Narcissism & negativity | Annamia Larsson, Opera, poll, Siegfried
Mini-Poll: Siegfried Horn Calls
When searching on YouTube or Google for the famous Siegfried Horn Call, three performers consistently show up:
Which is your favorite?
Vote on your favorite below in this completely unscientific and anonymous poll. In other words, this is just for giggles.
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Annamia Larsson
Hans Pizka
Helene Tomböck (a few days before giving birth)
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