Role

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Composer Conductor  

Country

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Germany

Birth

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July 29, 1935 in Meissen, Germany

Death

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December 25, 2019 in Dresden, Germany

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Peter Schreier was a renowned German tenor and conductor, known for his exceptional vocal range and interpretation of classical music. Born on July 29, 1935, in Meissen, Germany, Schreier grew up in a musical family and began singing in a boys' choir at a young age. He later studied at the Dresden Conservatory and made his professional debut in 1959 at the Dresden State Opera. Schreier quickly gained recognition for his powerful and expressive voice, and he soon became a sought-after performer in opera houses and concert halls around the world. He was particularly known for his interpretations of Mozart, Bach, and Schubert, and he was praised for his ability to convey the emotional depth and complexity of their music. Throughout his career, Schreier performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras and conductors, including Herbert von Karajan, Leonard Bernstein, and Claudio Abbado. He also collaborated with many other renowned musicians, such as pianist András Schiff and cellist Mstislav Rostropovich. One of Schreier's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title role in Mozart's "Don Giovanni" at the Salzburg Festival in 1965. His performance was widely praised for its intensity and emotional depth, and it helped establish him as one of the leading tenors of his generation. Schreier also had a successful career as a conductor, and he was particularly known for his interpretations of Mozart's operas. He served as the principal conductor of the Dresden State Opera from 1981 to 1983, and he later conducted many other orchestras and opera companies around the world. In addition to his performances, Schreier was also a respected teacher and mentor to many young singers. He taught at the Dresden Conservatory and the Berlin University of the Arts, and he was known for his dedication to helping his students develop their own unique voices and styles. Throughout his career, Schreier received many awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. He was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 1974, and he was named a Kammersänger (Chamber Singer) by the Dresden State Opera in 1979. He also received the Order of Merit of Berlin in 1990 and the Order of Merit of Saxony in 2005. Schreier retired from performing in 2005, but his legacy as one of the greatest tenors of the 20th century lives on. His recordings and performances continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world, and his dedication to the art of classical music has left an indelible mark on the world of opera and concert music.

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