Samuel Ramey | |
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 Ramey performing in Rinaldo in 1984 | |
| Born | March 28, 1942 |
| Occupation | Opera singer |
| Years active | 1973–present |
| Children | 1 |
Samuel Ramey (born March 28, 1942) is an American operatic bass.[1][2] At the height of his career, he was greatly admired for his range and versatility, having possessed a sufficiently accomplished bel canto technique which enabled him to sing the music of Handel, Mozart and Rossini but with enough vocal power to handle the more overtly dramatic roles in Verdi, Puccini, and Meyerbeer operas.
- ^ Ralph Blumenthal, "The Devil? He's a Basso Whose Voice Is Heavenly", The New York Times, February 17, 1998.
- ^ Anthony Tommasini, "An Aw Shucks Manner, but Don't Be Fooled: He's an Absolute Devil", The New York Times, November 5, 1999.