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Georg Hann

1897 – 1950

Austrian opera singer

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About Georg Hann

Lived 1897 – 1950 (aged 53). Georg Hann was an Austrian singer and opera singer.

Georg Hann (January 30, 1897 – December 9, 1950) was an Austrian operatic bass-baritone, particularly associated with the comic (singspiel) German repertoire.

Born in Vienna, he studied at the Music Academy there with Theodor Lierhammer. He joined the Munich State Opera in 1927, and remained with this theatre until his death. He also appeared regularly at the Vienna State Opera and the Salzburg Festival, quickly establishing himself as a leading buffo interpreter, notably in roles such as Leporello, Falstaff, Kecal, Ochs, La Roche (role he created in 1942), etc.

He made guest appearances at the Berlin State Opera, La Monnaie in Brussels, the Paris Opéra, the Royal Opera House in London, La Scala in Milan.

He did not limit himself to comic roles but also sang Sarastro, Pizzaro, Gunther, Amfortas, Daland and tackled a few Italian roles as well notably Wurm, Alfio, Tonio, as well as Mefistophele in Gounod's Faust.

Hann died in Munich aged only 53.

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Education
University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna

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People whose lives overlapped Georg Hann's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Georg Hann?

Austrian opera singer (1897–1950)

When was Georg Hann born?

Georg Hann was born on 30 January 1897 in Vienna.

When did Georg Hann die?

Georg Hann died on 9 December 1950 in Munich.

What was Georg Hann's occupation?

Georg Hann was a singer and opera singer.

What nationality was Georg Hann?

Georg Hann was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Georg Hann

· Wikidata: Q87349

· DBpedia: Georg Hann

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