Birth

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1952 in Vöcklabruck, Austria

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Wolfgang Holzmair is a renowned Austrian baritone and one of the most respected classical music artists of his generation. Born on July 31, 1952, in Vöcklabruck, Austria, Holzmair grew up in a musical family and began singing at a young age. He studied at the Salzburg Mozarteum and later at the Vienna Music Academy, where he received his diploma in 1978. Holzmair's career began in the early 1980s, and he quickly gained recognition for his exceptional vocal abilities and his ability to interpret a wide range of musical styles. He made his debut at the Vienna State Opera in 1982, and since then, he has performed at many of the world's most prestigious opera houses and concert halls, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Royal Opera House in London, and the Salzburg Festival. Holzmair is particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Franz Schubert, and he has recorded several albums of Schubert's lieder. He has also performed and recorded works by other composers, including Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Mahler. Throughout his career, Holzmair has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 1991, he was awarded the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art, and in 2001, he was named an honorary member of the Vienna State Opera. He has also received the Schubert Prize from the City of Vienna and the Robert Schumann Prize from the City of Zwickau. One of Holzmair's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title role in Mozart's Don Giovanni at the Salzburg Festival in 1994. His performance was widely praised for its depth and nuance, and it cemented his reputation as one of the world's leading baritones. In addition to his work as a performer, Holzmair is also a respected teacher and has taught at several institutions, including the Vienna Music Academy and the Mozarteum in Salzburg. He has also given masterclasses around the world and has served as a juror for several international singing competitions. Despite his many accomplishments, Holzmair remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and record regularly, and his contributions to classical music have earned him a place among the greats of his generation.

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