
When we talk of popular classical music, the baritone is one of the best, with distinctive and unforgettable sound, various voice ranges, and juggling between bass and tenor. It also has the power to blend with any form of the singer since there are no cut-offs in the voice types and classifications. So, if you wish to know about the greatest baritone singers of all time, read ahead to find out!
Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley is an icon who needs no introduction and is undoubtedly one of the best ones in the genre. He was born in 1935 in Mississippi and was eventually given the nickname ‘king of Rock and Roll. His influence has spread around the world of rock culture, and he has also created a Guinness World Record for the best-selling solo music artist, which crossed one billion hits and downloads. Although his success and career were cut short due to his death in 1977, his legacy continues.
Johnny Cash
He is an American pop singer who was born in 1932. Cash cannot be exempted from this list as he was one of the best-known voices of this genre of singing with unique depth. He rose to fame in 1954 when he moved to Memphis, where he became famous for his distinctive baritone voice and songwriting skills. He explored the darker themes of singing, which negatively affected all his songs. He died in 2003 after selling over 90 million records. Ring of fire, I walk the line, and Folsom Prison blues are some of his greatest works of all time.
Christian Gerhaher
Christian Gerhaher was born in 1969 and was famous for his songs in the baritone tune. He completed his vocal and music studies through various German teachers who taught him the famous baritone Dietrich Fischer-dieskau. Although he is known for many operas, he is also a well-known singer of Lieder. He has recorded various singles and albums throughout his baritone career, increasing his fame worldwide.
Titta Ruffo
He is one of the most famous names in opera and singing; he was born in 1977 in Pisa. He started his vocal training at an early age and changed many teachers during the course of his education. He made his debut in 1898 in Wagner’s Lohengrin. He was also a significant part of the US opera group and gave many performances over his lifetime. He was also included in the Metropolitan Opera in New York.
Friedrich Schorr
Friedrich Schorr was an Australian baritone singer who was well-known for his deep, husky voice, well-suited for opera. He was born in 1888 in Vienna and made his professional debut in 1912 after taking lessons from Adolf Robinson. He sang across many opera production houses and was also highly famous for his metropolitical opera performances.