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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

Vsevolod Grivnov was a renowned Russian tenor who was born on January 22, 1964, in Moscow, Russia. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known conductor. Grivnov showed an early interest in music and began studying piano at the age of six. However, it was not until he was a teenager that he discovered his love for singing. Grivnov began his vocal training at the Moscow Conservatory, where he studied under the guidance of Professor Lev Mikhailov. He quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent and was awarded several prestigious prizes, including the Grand Prix at the International Tchaikovsky Competition in 1986. After completing his studies, Grivnov made his professional debut at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow in 1987. He quickly established himself as one of the leading tenors of his generation, and his powerful voice and dramatic stage presence earned him critical acclaim both in Russia and abroad. Throughout his career, Grivnov performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Royal Opera House in London, and the Paris Opera. He was particularly renowned for his performances in the works of Tchaikovsky, Verdi, and Wagner, and his interpretations of roles such as Lensky in Eugene Onegin, Alfredo in La Traviata, and Lohengrin in Wagner's eponymous opera were widely regarded as definitive. Grivnov's performances were not limited to the opera stage, however. He was also a highly sought-after concert performer, and his repertoire included works by Bach, Handel, Mozart, and Beethoven, among others. He collaborated with some of the world's leading conductors, including Valery Gergiev, Claudio Abbado, and Riccardo Muti, and his performances with the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic were particularly memorable. In addition to his performances, Grivnov was also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He taught at the Moscow Conservatory and was a frequent guest lecturer at universities and music schools around the world. He was known for his generosity and kindness, and his students and colleagues alike spoke of his warmth and humility. Tragically, Grivnov's career was cut short when he passed away on June 14, 2012, at the age of 48. His death was a great loss to the world of classical music, and he was mourned by fans, colleagues, and students alike. However, his legacy lives on through his recordings and performances, which continue to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

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