About Kurt Widmer
Lived 1940 – 2023 (aged 82). Kurt Widmer was a Swiss opera singer, music educator, singer, musician and bass singer.
Kurt Widmer (28 December 1940 – 31 May 2023) was a Swiss baritone and voice teacher, who appeared and recorded internationally. He focused on concert singing, especially of oratorios from the Romantic period. His recordings cover a repertoire from medieval mass to world premieres, such as song cycles by György Kurtág, and received international awards. He taught at the City of Basel Music Academy from 1968, influencing notable soloists including Nuria Rial and his son, Oliver Widmer.
Career Born in Wil, Canton of St. Gallen,
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Who was Kurt Widmer?
Swiss singer and music educator
When was Kurt Widmer born?
Kurt Widmer was born on 28 December 1940 in Wil.
When did Kurt Widmer die?
Kurt Widmer died on 31 May 2023 in Basel.
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Kurt Widmer was an opera singer, music educator, singer, musician and bass singer.
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Kurt Widmer was Swiss.
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