https://www.abc.net.au/classic/read-and-watch/news/vale-australian-countertenor-max-riebl/13864616

Only 30 years old, handsome, talented and the world at his feet. Dead
from cancer.

“Hundreds of solo shows around the world. Orchestras, Operas,
Renaissance ensembles, Evensong, cabaret and theatre. Spectacular
venues. Thousands of hours of practice, radio interviews, photo
shoots, extraordinary musicians. Hundreds of hours of travel,
uncountable pieces learned and sung. Dozens of competitions.
Thunderous applause. Silence and contemplation. Recording sessions.
Sleepless nights. Hotel rooms. Loneliness. Laughter. After parties.
Tension. Freedom. Bach, Monteverdi, Vivaldi and all things
contemporary. Airports. Sacrifice. Sets, costumes, suits worn to a
thread and stained with sweat. Difficult to quantify. Difficult to
comprehend. An intense, unbearable and mesmeric series of experiences
and memories. Some of the greatest and most honorable people I have
known. You know who you are and I’ll never forget you.

“To those unaware, I have been diagnosed with an incurable cancer. The
fight has been brutal and relentless and current symptoms make
performing and touring impossible at this time. Nothing is set in
stone, miracles happen, but for now, thank you for your support, your
kindness and appreciation. May the music go on and may the musicians
of Australia continue in their brave pursuits, against the odds. With
Love. Max”