About Martti Wallén
Lived 1948 – 2024 (aged 75). Martti Wallén was a Finnish opera singer.
Martti Wallén (20 November 1948 – 29 June 2024) was a Finnish operatic bass singer. Born in Helsinki, he performed both internationally and in his native country where he was a visiting soloist at the Finnish National Opera for many years. He created the role of the Judge in the world premiere of Aulis Sallinen's The Horseman at the Savonlinna Opera Festival in 1975. He was a member of the Royal Swedish Opera from 1975 to 2000.
Life and career Wallén was born in Helsinki on 28 November 1948. He served as the cantor for the Helsinki Orthodox congregation from 1968 to 1972.
Repertoire Among Wallén's most important roles were:
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Who was Martti Wallén?
Finnish singer and opera singer (1948-2024)
When was Martti Wallén born?
Martti Wallén was born on 20 November 1948 in Helsinki.
When did Martti Wallén die?
Martti Wallén died on 29 June 2024 in Sineu.
What was Martti Wallén's occupation?
Martti Wallén was an opera singer.
What nationality was Martti Wallén?
Martti Wallén was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Martti Wallén. https://biography.guide/martti-wallen/
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