Toni Blankenheim

Toni Blankenheim (born 1921) is a German operatic baritone. He notably sang the role of Schigolch in the 1981 recording of Alban Berg's Lulu which won a Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording. He is also on record singing the role of Alberich at Bayreuth. His memorable Beckmesser with the Hamburg State Opera has been preserved and is available on DVD. This performance is evidence of Blankenheim's charismatic stage presence and acting gifts.

Sources

Cummings, David (ed.), "Blankenheim, Toni", International Who's Who in Classical Music, Routledge, 2003. p. 77. ISBN 185743174X

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Name	Blankenheim, Toni
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Date of birth	1921
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