Description

LUCIEN VAN OBBERGH (SCHAERBEEK, BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 1887 – BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, OCTOBER, 1959)

He studied singing at the conservatories of Brussels and Paris and made his debut in 1913 at the Opéra de Nice. From 1914 to 1918, he performed at the Théâtre des Galéries in Brussels. In 1918, he joined the Théâtre de la Monnaie in Brussels, where he enjoyed a highly successful career spanning approximately forty years. He also made guest appearances at the Opéra-Comique in Paris, as well as at the Opéras de Monte-Carlo and Nice.

In 1932, he performed in the Belgian premiere of Alban Berg’s Wozzeck at the Théâtre de la Monnaie, showcasing his versatility in both traditional and contemporary repertoires. Later in his career, he dedicated himself to teaching singing in Brussels. His few recordings, made for Polydor/Decca, capture a sample of his artistry.

Chronology of some appearances

1913 Opéra de Nice

1914-1918 Brussels Théâtre des Galéries

1918-1950’s Brussels Théâtre de la Monnaie

TRACKLIST

1. Roi de Lahore (Massenet) Arioso 524026 4271BKP Polydor, Paris 1931
2. Benvenuto Cellini (Diaz) Arioso 524026 4270BKP Polydor, Paris 1931
3. Faust (Gounod) Ronde du Veau d’or 524041 Polydor
4. Faust (Gounod) Serenade 524041 Polydor
5. Nozze di Figaro (Mozart) Bel enfant amoureux et volage 566110 2034BMP Polydor
6. Louise (Charpentier) Les pauvres gens Polydor
7. De Schelde (Benoit)