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Alexey KrivchenyaSoviet Ukrainian and Russian opera singer (bass), actor
Date of Birth: 12.08.1910
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Content:
- Aleksey Krivchenya: A Renowned Soviet Bass-Baritone
- Opera Career
- Bolshoi Theater Years
- Vocal Style and Repertoire
- Legacy and Honors
Aleksey Krivchenya: A Renowned Soviet Bass-Baritone
Early Life and CareerAleksey Krivchenya was born in Odessa, Ukraine, on August 12, 1910. After graduating from school, he worked as a laborer at a rope factory and in the port. His involvement in the popular amateur ensemble "Sinyaya Bluza" led to his being sent to study at the Odessa Conservatory, where he took evening classes while working as a blacksmith. A severe cold from his forge work sidelined his singing, but he resumed his studies in 1932.
Opera Career
Krivichenya graduated from the conservatory in 1938 and became a soloist with the Odessa Philharmonic. He then performed with several theaters, including the Voroshilovgrad Opera and Ballet Theater (1938-1944), the Dnipropetrovsk Opera and Ballet Theater, and the newly built Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theater (1944-1949). During his time in Krasnoyarsk and Novosibirsk, he also acted in dramatic performances.
Bolshoi Theater Years
Krivichenya joined the Bolshoi Theater in 1949 and performed there until 1962. However, he continued to make guest appearances after his retirement. He toured internationally, performing in Romania, Bulgaria, Yugoslavia, France, Japan, and Hungary.
Vocal Style and Repertoire
Known for his powerful and penetrating bass voice, Krivichenya was a master of vocal technique. As a gifted actor, he skillfully transformed himself into each role, imbuing his characters with distinctive personalities and vocal expressiveness. His repertoire included chamber works and arias from operas, with a particular affinity for romances by Dargomyzhsky and Mussorgsky.
Legacy and Honors
Aleksey Krivchenya passed away on March 10, 1974, and was buried in Moscow. He was recognized with numerous honors, including the title of People's Artist of the USSR (1956), the Stalin Prize (1951), and the Merited Artist of the RSFSR (1945). Krivchenya's legacy lives on through his exceptional performances and the enduring impact he made on the world of opera.
