Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau Quotes

A collection of quotes by Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau.

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau (1925-2012) was a renowned German baritone and one of the most celebrated interpreters of art songs in the 20th century. He captivated audiences with his rich voice, emotional depth, and versatility in performing lieder, opera, and oratorio. Fischer-Dieskau recorded extensively, leaving behind a vast legacy of over 400 recordings. Through his exceptional musicality and profound interpretations, he shaped the art of song performance, influencing generations of singers and leaving an indelible mark on the world of classical music.

Toward the end of his life, one can sense that he was no lon

Toward the end of his life, one can sense that he was no longer thinking his way into the minds of others, causing them to speak on his behalf, but that he was now speaking for himself.

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

Life Mind Theend

You can't do opera when already from the 10th row you can on

You can't do opera when already from the 10th row you can only see little dolls on the stage. In such an enormous space you can't put much faith in the personal presence of the individual singer, which is reflected in facial expressions, among other things.

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

Faith

In Romanticism, the main determinant is the mood, the atmosp

In Romanticism, the main determinant is the mood, the atmosphere. And in that regard, you could also describe Schubert as a Romantic.

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

Romantic