Theo Adam

Theo Adam was a celebrated German bass-baritone known for his commanding stage presence and powerful voice, particularly in the works of Wagner. Born in 1926 in Dresden, Adam had a long and distinguished career as both a singer and actor, making a strong impression in iconic roles such as Wotan in Wagner’s Ring cycle and the title role in The Flying Dutchman. He was closely associated with major German opera houses and festivals, especially Bayreuth, where his interpretations of Wagnerian characters became legendary.

In addition to his Wagnerian strengths, Adam was a versatile performer, lending his voice to a wide range of operatic and concert repertoire, from Bach and Mozart to contemporary composers. He made numerous influential recordings with leading orchestras and conductors, cementing his reputation as one of the great bass-baritones of the 20th century. His contributions to music were recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his career.

Genres

Opera

Requiem

Latest Release

Parsifal

Richard Wagner•

Theo Adam•

Franz Crass•

Wolfgang Windgassen•

Régine Crespin•

Erich Leinsdorf

Album - 42 Tracks - Released February 3, 2023