Birth

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March 6, 1927 in New Orleans, LA

Death

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February 16, 1975 in New Orleans, LA

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Opera

 

Norman Treigle was a renowned American bass-baritone opera singer, known for his powerful voice and dramatic stage presence. He was born on March 6, 1927, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Treigle showed an early interest in music and began singing in church choirs at a young age. Treigle attended Loyola University in New Orleans, where he studied music and voice. He made his professional debut in 1955 with the New Orleans Opera, singing the role of Colline in Puccini's La Bohème. He quickly gained recognition for his rich, resonant voice and his ability to convey emotion through his singing. In 1957, Treigle made his debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, singing the role of Sparafucile in Verdi's Rigoletto. He went on to perform at the Met for over a decade, singing a wide range of roles, including Mephistopheles in Gounod's Faust, Don Giovanni in Mozart's Don Giovanni, and Boris Godunov in Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov. Treigle was known for his powerful voice and his ability to convey the emotional depth of his characters. He was particularly acclaimed for his performances in the works of Verdi and Wagner, which showcased his dramatic range and vocal prowess. In addition to his work at the Met, Treigle performed with many other opera companies throughout the United States and Europe. He was a regular performer at the New Orleans Opera, where he sang in productions of Carmen, Aida, and The Barber of Seville, among others. Treigle also made several recordings throughout his career, including a highly acclaimed recording of Verdi's Requiem with the London Symphony Orchestra. He was awarded a Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording in 1974 for his performance in the recording of Meyerbeer's Les Huguenots. Treigle's career was cut short by his untimely death in 1975 at the age of 48. He died of a heart attack while performing the role of Scarpia in Puccini's Tosca at the New Orleans Opera. His death was a great loss to the world of opera, and he is remembered as one of the greatest bass-baritones of the 20th century. Despite his short career, Treigle left a lasting impact on the world of opera. His powerful voice and dramatic stage presence continue to inspire new generations of opera singers and fans. He was a true artist, dedicated to his craft and passionate about bringing the emotional depth of his characters to life through his singing.

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