Role

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Conductor  

Country

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Germany

Birth

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1967 in Berlin, Germany

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Symphony

 

 

Vocal

 

Dietrich Henschel is a renowned German baritone and classical music artist. He was born on February 18, 1967, in Berlin, Germany. Henschel grew up in a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known conductor. From a young age, Henschel showed a keen interest in music and began singing in choirs and playing the piano. Henschel received his formal music education at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned baritone, Wolfram Rieger. He also received training from other notable musicians such as Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau and Elisabeth Schwarzkopf. Henschel made his professional debut in 1991 at the Berlin State Opera, where he performed the role of Papageno in Mozart's "The Magic Flute." He quickly gained recognition for his powerful voice and dynamic stage presence, and soon began performing in major opera houses and concert halls around the world. One of Henschel's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title role in Alban Berg's "Wozzeck" at the Salzburg Festival in 2002. His performance was widely praised by critics, who hailed him as one of the most talented baritones of his generation. He has also performed in other major productions, including "Don Giovanni," "The Marriage of Figaro," and "The Barber of Seville." In addition to his work in opera, Henschel is also a highly sought-after concert performer. He has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Claudio Abbado. Henschel has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2003, he was awarded the prestigious Echo Klassik award for his recording of Schubert's "Winterreise." He has also been awarded the Order of Merit of Berlin, one of the highest honors bestowed by the city of Berlin. In addition to his work as a performer, Henschel is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has taught masterclasses at many prestigious institutions, including the Juilliard School in New York and the Royal Academy of Music in London. He is also a regular guest lecturer at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin. Henschel is known for his versatility as a performer, and his ability to bring a wide range of emotions and characters to life on stage. He is equally at home performing the works of Mozart and Schubert as he is performing contemporary works by composers such as György Ligeti and Wolfgang Rihm. Despite his many accomplishments, Henschel remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and teach, and is widely regarded as one of the most talented and respected baritones of his generation.

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