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Lauritz Melchior
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Lauritz Melchior (March 20, 1890 – March 19, 1973) was a Danish and later American opera singer. He was the pre-eminent Wagnerian tenor of … read moreLauritz Melchior (March 20, 1890 – March 19, 1973) was a Danish and later American opera singer. He was the pre-eminent Wagnerian tenor of the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, and has since come to be considered the quintessence of his voice typ… read moreLauritz Melchior (March 20, 1890 – March 19, 1973) was a Danish and later American opera singer. He was the pre-eminent Wagnerian tenor of the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, and has since come to be considered the quintessence of his voice type. Born Lauritz Lebrecht Hommel Melchior in Copenhagen, Denm… read more
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Elisabeth Rethberg
295 listeners
The German soprano Elisabeth Rethberg (22 September 1894 – 6 June 1976) was an opera singer active from the period of the First World War t… read moreThe German soprano Elisabeth Rethberg (22 September 1894 – 6 June 1976) was an opera singer active from the period of the First World War through to the early 1940s, who was regarded as some the greatest soprano of her day. While she did… read moreThe German soprano Elisabeth Rethberg (22 September 1894 – 6 June 1976) was an opera singer active from the period of the First World War through to the early 1940s, who was regarded as some the greatest soprano of her day. While she did not break any new ground dramatically or vocally, Rethberg … read more
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Leo Slezak
321 listeners
Leo Slezak (18 August 1873 – 1 June 1946) was a world-famous Moravian tenor. He was associated in particular with German opera as well as t… read moreLeo Slezak (18 August 1873 – 1 June 1946) was a world-famous Moravian tenor. He was associated in particular with German opera as well as the title role in Verdi's Otello. Born in Šumperk (Mährisch-Schönberg), Slezak worked as a gar… read moreLeo Slezak (18 August 1873 – 1 June 1946) was a world-famous Moravian tenor. He was associated in particular with German opera as well as the title role in Verdi's Otello. Born in Šumperk (Mährisch-Schönberg), Slezak worked as a gardener, an engineer's fitter and served in the army befo… read more
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Helge Rosvaenge
873 listeners
Helge Rosvaenge (Roswaenge, Rosvænge), Helge Anton Rosenvinge Hansen, (August 29, 1897 – June 17, 1972) was a famous Danish operatic tenor … read moreHelge Rosvaenge (Roswaenge, Rosvænge), Helge Anton Rosenvinge Hansen, (August 29, 1897 – June 17, 1972) was a famous Danish operatic tenor whose career was centred on Germany and Austria, before, during and after World War II. Rosvaenge … read moreHelge Rosvaenge (Roswaenge, Rosvænge), Helge Anton Rosenvinge Hansen, (August 29, 1897 – June 17, 1972) was a famous Danish operatic tenor whose career was centred on Germany and Austria, before, during and after World War II. Rosvaenge was born in Copenhagen. He made his debut at Neustrelitz as … read more
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Hans Hotter
3,079 listeners
Hans Hotter (1909-2003) was a German bass-baritone celebrated for his interpretations of Wagner. View wikiHans Hotter (1909-2003) was a German bass-baritone celebrated for his interpretations of Wagner. View wikiHans Hotter (1909-2003) was a German bass-baritone celebrated for his interpretations of Wagner. View wiki
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Sigrid Onegin
291 listeners
Sigrid Onégin (June 1, 1889 – June 16, 1943) was a Franco-German operatic contralto who enjoyed a major international career prior to World… read moreSigrid Onégin (June 1, 1889 – June 16, 1943) was a Franco-German operatic contralto who enjoyed a major international career prior to World War II. She was born in Stockholm, Sweden to a German father and a French mother. This renowned c… read moreSigrid Onégin (June 1, 1889 – June 16, 1943) was a Franco-German operatic contralto who enjoyed a major international career prior to World War II. She was born in Stockholm, Sweden to a German father and a French mother. This renowned contralto first sang professionally under her maiden name, Li… read more
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Aureliano Pertile
554 listeners
Aureliano Pertile (9 November 1885, Montagnana - 11 January 1952, Milan) was an Italian lyric-dramatic tenor. He is considered to have been… read moreAureliano Pertile (9 November 1885, Montagnana - 11 January 1952, Milan) was an Italian lyric-dramatic tenor. He is considered to have been one of the most exciting operatic artists of the inter-war period, and one of the most important … read moreAureliano Pertile (9 November 1885, Montagnana - 11 January 1952, Milan) was an Italian lyric-dramatic tenor. He is considered to have been one of the most exciting operatic artists of the inter-war period, and one of the most important tenors of the entire 20th century. Pertile was born in Monta… read more
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Lotte Lehmann
990 listeners
Soprano Lotte Lehmann (born on 27 February 1888, Perleberg, Germany; died on 26 August 1976, Santa Barbara, USA) made her operatic debut at… read moreSoprano Lotte Lehmann (born on 27 February 1888, Perleberg, Germany; died on 26 August 1976, Santa Barbara, USA) made her operatic debut at the Hamburg Opera in 1910 and sang her last recital in August 1951. Creator of roles by Strauss a… read moreSoprano Lotte Lehmann (born on 27 February 1888, Perleberg, Germany; died on 26 August 1976, Santa Barbara, USA) made her operatic debut at the Hamburg Opera in 1910 and sang her last recital in August 1951. Creator of roles by Strauss and Korngold, Lehmann fled the Nazis, emigrated to the United… read more
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Wolfgang Windgassen
917 listeners
Wolfgang Windgassen (June 26, 1914 – September 8, 1974) was a tenor internationally known for his performances in Richard Wagner operas. Bo… read moreWolfgang Windgassen (June 26, 1914 – September 8, 1974) was a tenor internationally known for his performances in Richard Wagner operas. Born in Annemasse, France, he was the son (and pupil) of a well known German Heldentenor, Fritz Wind… read moreWolfgang Windgassen (June 26, 1914 – September 8, 1974) was a tenor internationally known for his performances in Richard Wagner operas. Born in Annemasse, France, he was the son (and pupil) of a well known German Heldentenor, Fritz Windgassen (who was also the teacher of Gottlob Frick). His moth… read more
