Country

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Germany

Birth

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1963 in Germany

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Roman Trekel is a renowned German baritone and one of the most sought-after classical music artists of his generation. Born on January 4, 1961, in Berlin, Trekel grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to classical music from an early age. His father was a tenor and his mother a pianist, and they encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Trekel began his musical education at the Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler" in Berlin, where he studied voice with Professor Günther Leib and Professor Renate Faltin. He also received training in Lied interpretation from Professor Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, one of the most renowned Lieder singers of the 20th century. In 1987, Trekel made his debut at the Komische Oper Berlin as Papageno in Mozart's "The Magic Flute." This performance marked the beginning of his successful career as a baritone. He quickly gained recognition for his powerful voice, impeccable technique, and expressive interpretation of Lieder. Over the years, Trekel has performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses and concert halls, including the Berlin State Opera, the Vienna State Opera, the Royal Opera House in London, the Metropolitan Opera in New York, and the Salzburg Festival. He has collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Daniel Barenboim, Claudio Abbado, and Simon Rattle. One of Trekel's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title role in Alban Berg's "Wozzeck" at the Salzburg Festival in 2000. His interpretation of the tormented soldier was praised for its emotional depth and dramatic intensity. He also received critical acclaim for his performances in Richard Strauss's "Der Rosenkavalier" and "Elektra," as well as in Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde" and "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg." In addition to his opera performances, Trekel is also a renowned Lieder singer. He has recorded numerous albums of Lieder by Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, and other composers, and has performed in recitals all over the world. His interpretation of Schubert's "Winterreise" is considered one of the finest recordings of this cycle. Trekel has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1994, he was awarded the prestigious Echo Klassik award for his recording of Schubert's "Winterreise." He has also been awarded the Order of Merit of Berlin and the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany for his contributions to music. Despite his success, Trekel remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform regularly and is known for his passionate and heartfelt performances. His voice, which has been described as "rich, warm, and expressive," has captivated audiences around the world and cemented his place as one of the greatest baritones of his generation.

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