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Robert Holl

b. 1947

Dutch singer

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About Robert Holl

Born 1947. Robert Holl is a Dutch composer and opera singer.

Robert Holl (born 10 March 1947) is a Dutch bass-baritone classical singer.

Life and career Holl was born in Rotterdam and studied at the Rotterdams Conservatorium. After winning the first prize at the 1971 International Vocal Competition 's-Hertogenbosch (IVC), he went to study with Hans Hotter in Munich. In 1972, he won the first prize in the ARD International Music Competition. He was then engaged at the Bavarian State Opera from 1973 to 1975.

Decorations and awards Kammersänger of the City of Vienna (1990) Honorary member of the Society of Friends of Music in Vienna (1997) Honorary member of the Carinthian Summer Festival (1997) Honorary member of the Weinbruderschaft Krems (26 April 1997) Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, 1st class (31 May 2005) Knight of the Order of the Netherlands Lion (27 October 2007) Selected discography The Core of All Things songs by Edgar Tinel, Peter Benoit, Gustave Huberti, Arthur Verhoeven, on Phaedra Records.

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Important facts

Birth century
Education
University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
Awards
Österreichischer Kammersänger; Knight of the Order of the Netherlands Lion; Austrian Decoration for Science and Art First Class

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Robert Holl?

Dutch singer

When was Robert Holl born?

Robert Holl was born on 10 March 1947 in Rotterdam.

What is Robert Holl's occupation?

Robert Holl is a composer and opera singer.

What nationality is Robert Holl?

Robert Holl is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Holl

· Wikidata: Q873760

· DBpedia: Robert Holl

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