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Juha Uusitalo is a Finnish bass-baritone who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on October 15, 1956, in Pori, Finland, Uusitalo grew up in a musical family. His father was a church musician, and his mother was a singer. Uusitalo started singing in choirs at a young age and began taking voice lessons when he was 18 years old. Uusitalo studied at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, where he received his diploma in 1986. He then continued his studies in Vienna with the renowned bass-baritone Walter Berry. Uusitalo made his professional debut in 1985 at the Finnish National Opera in Helsinki, where he sang the role of Colline in Puccini's "La Bohème." Uusitalo's career took off in the 1990s when he began performing in major opera houses around the world. He made his debut at the Royal Opera House in London in 1992, where he sang the role of Fasolt in Wagner's "Das Rheingold." He also made his debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York in 1999, where he sang the role of the Grand Inquisitor in Verdi's "Don Carlo." Uusitalo has performed in many of the world's leading opera houses, including the Vienna State Opera, the Paris Opera, the Berlin State Opera, and the Bavarian State Opera. He has also performed at major festivals, such as the Salzburg Festival, the Bayreuth Festival, and the Edinburgh Festival. Uusitalo is known for his powerful voice and his ability to convey emotion through his singing. He has performed a wide range of roles, from the dramatic to the comedic. Some of his most notable roles include Wotan in Wagner's "Ring" cycle, Boris Godunov in Mussorgsky's "Boris Godunov," and Scarpia in Puccini's "Tosca." Uusitalo has received many awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1993, he was awarded the Finnish State Prize for Music, and in 2002, he was awarded the Pro Finlandia Medal. He has also been awarded the title of Kammersänger by the Vienna State Opera and the Bavarian State Opera. In addition to his opera performances, Uusitalo has also performed in concerts and recitals. He has recorded several albums, including a collection of Finnish songs and a recording of Wagner's "Ring" cycle. Uusitalo has also been involved in teaching and mentoring young singers. He has taught at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki and has given masterclasses around the world. Despite his success, Uusitalo remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and record, and he is always looking for ways to improve his singing. He is a true ambassador for Finnish music and culture, and his contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for years to come.

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