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Zdeněk Otava
1902-03-11 – 1980-12-04
Life & Legacy
Zdeněk Otava (11 March 1902 – 4 December 1980) was a Czech operatic baritone. He had a lengthy career at the Prague National Theatre that spanned more than four decades. Musicologist Alena Němcová stated that, "Otava's voice had a very wide vocal range and a marked intensity, and while light, was extremely varied in colour, with an even tone, free of vibrato; his diction was absolutely clear." In addition to his opera career, he was also a successful recitalist, particularly known for his performances of the contemporary Czech repertoire. His voice is preserved on a number of recordings made on the Supraphon label.
Occupation & Career
opera singer, pedagogue, music educator, singer, musician
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Národní umělec; Merited Artist of Czechoslovakia
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Honors & Awards
Merited Artist of Czechoslovakia · Národní umělec
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Merited Artist of Czechoslovakia
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