Dietrich Fischer Dieskau date of birth:
May 28, 1925
How old was Dietrich Fischer Dieskau when died?
86
Where was Dietrich Fischer Dieskau born?
Berlin, Germany
When did Dietrich Fischer Dieskau die?
May 18, 2012
What is Dietrich Fischer Dieskau nationality?
German
What is Dietrich Fischer Dieskau's occupation?
Opera and lieder singer (baritone), Conductor, Singing teacher
Short Biography
Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau (28 May 1925 – 18 May 2012) was a German lyric baritone and conductor of classical music, one of the most famous Lieder (art song) performers of the post-war period, described as "one of the supreme vocal artists of the 20th century" and "the most influential singer of the 20th Century". Fischer-Dieskau was ranked the second greatest singer of the century (after Jussi Björling) by Classic CD (United Kingdom) "Top Singers of the Century" Critics' Poll (June 1999).