Christel Goltz [SEP] voice type
Christel Goltz
Christel Goltz (8 July 1912 – 14 November 2008) was a German operatic soprano. One of the leading dramatic sopranos of her generation, she possessed a rich voice with a brilliant range and intensity. She was particularly associated with the operas of Richard Strauss, especially Salome and Elektra, and with contemporary operas.
Born in Dortmund, she studied in Munich with Ornelli-Leeb and with Theodor Schenk, whom she later married. After singing small roles, she made her official debut in Fürth, as
mesmerising intensity", and wrote "Singing tirelessly and trenchantly – her top notes searing, her delivery of the text pellucid – Herlitzius nails all the character's lithe foxy intelligence and never sinks to histrionic ham or rant." In 2018, she made her long-awaited US debut as Kundry in "Parsifal" at the Metropolitan Opera".
Career Teaching.
Herlitzius has also worked as a voice teacher. Her students have included Mojca Erdmann.
Awards.
- 1999: Christel-Goltz Prize of the foundation