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ERNST GRUBER (VIENNA, AUSTRIA, 20 DECEMBER, 1918 – BERLIN, GERMANY, 24 AUGUST, 1979)

 

 

 

 

He studied singing with Karl Rössl-Majdan and Hans Depter in Vienna, laying a strong foundation for his career as a Heldentenor. In 1947, he debuted at the Theater in Graz as Max in Weber’s Der Freischütz. His early career included performances in Switzerland and Hungary (1947–1948).

In 1949, the conductor Hermann Abendroth engaged him at the Nationaltheater in Weimar, where his talent gained further recognition. Starting in 1953, he became a leading Heldentenor at the Opernhaus in Leipzig, while also performing at the Staatsoper in Dresden. A notable highlight was his acclaimed performance as Rienzi in Leipzig in 1962.

In 1964, he joined the Staatsoper in Berlin, becoming a celebrated member of its ensemble. His career also featured guest appearances at prestigious opera houses in Frankfurt, Budapest, Amsterdam, and international venues in Barcelona, Lisbon, Poland, Finland, Romania, and the United States.

His repertoire showcased his powerful vocal abilities and dramatic presence, including roles such as Radamès in Aida and Otello in Verdi’s Otello, making him a sought-after performer in demanding operatic roles.

 

Chronology of some appearances

 

1947 Graz Theater

1947-1948  Switzerland/Hungary Opera Houses

1949 Weimar Nationaltheater

1953 Leipzig Opernhaus

1953 Dresden Staatsoper

1962 Leipzig Opernhaus

1964 Berlin Staatsoper

 

TRACKLIST

 

 

1. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Allmächt’ger, dir sei Preis!
2. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Dir Töne Lob!
3. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Inbrunst Im Herzen
4. Madama Butterfly (Puccini) Leb’ wohl mein Blütenreich (w. Gabor) Homocord B8236 51144
5. Otello (Verdi) Si, pel ciel (w. Gabor) Homocord B8236 51145
6. Die Walküre (Wagner) Winterstürme wichen dem Wonnemond
7. Der fliegende Holländer (Wagner) Willst jenes Tag’s du nicht dich mehr entsinnen Supraphon 15122-V
8. Der fliegende Holländer (Wagner) Auf hohem Felsen (w. Dvoráková) Supraphon 15122-V
9. Meistersinger von Nürnberg (Wagner) Fanget an!
10. Der Freischütz (Wagner) Nein, Länger Trag’ Ich Nicht Die Qualen… Durch Die Wälder
11. Der Fliegende Holländer (Wagner) Senta! Senta! Willst du mich verderben (w. Ericsdotter & Schärtel)
12. Meistersinger von Nürnberg (Wagner) Morgenlich Leuchtend
13. Der Fliegende Holländer (Wagner) Mein Herz, voll Treue bis zum Sterben (w. Ericsdotter)
14. Der Fliegende Holländer (Wagner) Was Musst Ich Hören (w. Ericsdotter)
15. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Dank deiner Huld, gepriesen sei dein Lieben!
16. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Auch ich darf mich so glücklich nennen
17. Tannhäuser (Wagner) O Walther, der du also sangest
18. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Dir, Göttin Der Liebe
19. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Weh’! Weh’ Mir Unglücksel’gem
20. Tannhäuser (Wagner) Nach Rom gelangt ich so zur heil’gen Stelle

GERMAN TENOR ERNST GRUBER (1918-1979) CDR

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