Birth

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September 21, 1976 in Zagreb, Croatia

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Orchestral

 

Max Emanuel Cencic is a renowned countertenor and conductor in the world of classical music. Born on September 21, 1976, in Zagreb, Croatia, Cencic grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a conductor, and his mother was a pianist. Cencic started singing at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. He began his formal training in music at the age of six, studying piano and singing. Cencic's talent was recognized early on, and he was accepted into the Zagreb Academy of Music at the age of 12. He continued his studies there for several years, focusing on singing and piano. In 1992, Cencic moved to Vienna to study at the University of Music and Performing Arts. He studied under the renowned countertenor Alfred Deller, who was instrumental in shaping Cencic's career. Cencic's career as a countertenor began to take off in the late 1990s. He made his debut at the Vienna State Opera in 1997, singing the role of Tolomeo in Handel's "Giulio Cesare." This performance was a major success, and Cencic quickly became known for his powerful and expressive voice. He went on to perform in many other operas, including Handel's "Rinaldo," Vivaldi's "Orlando furioso," and Gluck's "Orfeo ed Euridice." In addition to his work as an opera singer, Cencic has also made a name for himself as a conductor. He has conducted many orchestras, including the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Cencic is known for his ability to bring out the best in his musicians, and his performances are always highly praised. Cencic has received many awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2003, he was awarded the Echo Klassik Award for his recording of Handel's "Rinaldo." He has also been awarded the Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, and the Croatian Order of Danica Hrvatska. In 2012, Cencic was named a Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government, in recognition of his contributions to the arts. One of Cencic's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title role in Handel's "Tamerlano" at the Theater an der Wien in 2011. This performance was highly praised by critics, who noted Cencic's powerful voice and commanding stage presence. Cencic has also performed in many other notable productions, including the world premiere of Vivaldi's "L'incoronazione di Dario" at the Theater an der Wien in 2014. Cencic is also known for his work as a recording artist. He has released many albums, including recordings of Handel's "Rinaldo," Vivaldi's "Orlando furioso," and Gluck's "Orfeo ed Euridice." His recordings have been highly praised by critics, and he has won many awards for his work as a recording artist. In addition to his work as a countertenor and conductor, Cencic is also a composer and arranger. He has written many pieces of music, including operas, choral works, and instrumental pieces. His compositions are known for their beauty and complexity, and they have been performed by many orchestras and ensembles around the world. Cencic continues to be a major force in the world of classical music. His powerful voice, commanding stage presence, and exceptional musicianship have made him one of the most respected and admired artists of his generation.

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