Walter Berry (opera singer)

Walter Berry (April 8, 1929 – October 27, 2000) was an Austrian bass-baritone.

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April 8 - 1929 - October 27 - 2000 - Bass-baritone

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He studied voice at the Vienna Music Academy and made his debut at the Vienna State Opera in 1947. He became a regular member of the company in 1950 and remained with that ensemble for his entire career, with regular guest appearances elsewhere in Europe.

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Vienna State Opera - 1947 - 1950

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His signature roles were Papageno in Mozart's The Magic Flute, Figaro, and Bluebeard. He was also a noted interpreter of Lied and choral works and enjoyed performing in operettas, particularly Die Fledermaus.

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Mozart - The Magic Flute - Lied - Die Fledermaus

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He married Christa Ludwig in 1956, but they were divorced in 1971.

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Christa Ludwig - 1956 - 1971

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