He was known for his powerful voice, his striking good looks, and his magnetic stage presence. He was a true artist who brought passion and intensity to every performance.

Hvorostovsky’s talent was evident from a young age. He began singing in a choir when he was just nine years old, and by the time he was in his early twenties, he was already making a name for himself as a rising star in the opera world. Over the course of his career, Hvorostovsky performed in some of the world’s most prestigious opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Royal Opera House in London, and the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg.

His dark and smoky voice sang with elegant pleasure through long, soft phrases. He projected nobility and – an old-fashioned word for an old-fashioned talent – masculinity. He was known for his powerful interpretations of Verdi, Tchaikovsky, and other great composers, and he was widely regarded as one of the greatest baritones of his generation.