"Sein grosses Bühnenjubiläum 2023 mit zwei umjubelten, ausverkauften Konzerten"
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"Eine gehörige Prise jazz und Chanson mit seiner wundervollen Belcanto-Tenorstimme"
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"Gregor really fired up the audience"
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"Romantisch und emotional, das ist Gregor Prächt live"
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"Emotional und mitreisend, eine Bühnenshow ganz nah am Publikum mit viel Humor und Menschlichkeit"
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"The soul of classical music"
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"Jüngster Tenor der Ostergala/Salzburger Festspiele"
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"Musik für Herzmenschen"
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"Die beste Arie aus Tosca die ich je gehört und erlebt habe"
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„Zugabe, Zugabe war noch beim Angehen des Saallichts zu hören" - Christmas live 2023
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"Hawaii loves Gregor and Gregor loves Hawaii"
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Biography
Tenor – Composer - Producer
Gregor Prächt ist ein vielseitiger Tenor und Musiker, der auch als Texter, Komponist und Produzent erfolgreich ist. Schon in jungen Jahren zeigte er sein Talent, trat mit 11 Jahren auf dem Nürnberger Christkindlesmarkt auf und sang mit 15 Jahren im United States Army Gospelchor. Er studierte bei renommierten Lehrern wie Carlo Bergonzi und hatte als jüngster Tenor Auftritte bei den Salzburger Festspielen. Mit 19 Jahren initiierte er Crossover-Projekte mit der Dresdner Philharmonie und tourte später durch die USA und Europa.
Er sang und produzierte mit zahlreichen bekannten Künstlern, darunter Al Jarreau, Luciano Pavarotti und die Gipsy Kings. Seine Stimme ist auch in der Animationsserie „Simsala Grimm“ bekannt. Prächt komponierte das Lied „My Song Lives On“ für die hawaiianische Königin Lili’uokalani und engagiert sich für wohltätige Zwecke, insbesondere für kranke und Waisenkinder.
Er ist Grammy Voting-Mitglied und erhielt 2019 den Ehrentitel „Prof. h.c.“ von zwei Universitäten für seine musikalischen Leistungen. Seine Karriere umfasst internationale Auftritte, darunter eine Gala mit dem St. Petersburger Symphonieorchester und ausverkaufte Jubiläumsshows in München. Quincy Jones bezeichnete ihn als „die Stimme der Zukunft und des Heute.“
Biography
Gregor Prächt is a versatile tenor and musician who has made his mark as a lyricist, composer and producer.
Gregor already showed his musical talent at a young age. At the age of only 11, he made his first public appearance as a "child of the people" at the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt. One year later, he already had his first solo part in a children's opera at the opera house. At the age of 15, Gregor sang in the United States Army Gospel Choir and led his own band until he graduated from high school. Gregor Prächt was the youngest tenor ever to perform at the Salzburg Festival/Easter Gala.
He received his musical education from renowned teachers such as Maestro Miguel Baraldes and Maestro Carlo Bergonzi, an outstanding tenor and principal singing partner of Maria Callas, from whom he earned his diploma.
Es ist interessant zu spekulieren, wie Mentoren und Vorbilder das Leben und die Karriere von Künstlern beeinflussen können. Die tiefe Bindung zu Al Jarreau könnte ebenfalls wichtige Impulse gegeben haben. Solche Beziehungen können künstlerisches Wachstum und persönliche Entwicklung stark beeinflussen.
Gregor Prächt distinguished himself at the age of 19, when he became the first artist to win the Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra for crossover projects. He toured the USA at the age of 21 and by 25 was singing in major European cities, including Austria, Italy and Scandinavia.
His first concert in Hawaii in 1992 marked a milestone in his career. Gregor Prächt has sung and produced duets with well-known artists such as Al Jarreau, Toni Childs, Klaus Meine (Scorpions), Henry Kapono and others throughout his career. Antonia Bennett, Jamie Lawrence, Judith Lefeber(DSDS/rtl), Gipsy Kings, Philippe Chretien, Anna Maria Kaufmann, Luc Plamondon, Alex Wilson, TicTacToe, Patricia Kelly, Paula Be, Kiko Masbaum, Valerio Calisse, Francesca Garbi, Viviana Staffini, Richard Parks, Miguel Baraldes, Lutz Neugebauer, Tom Reif, Luis Miguel, Luciano Pavarotti and others sung and produced. He is the original voice of the animated series Simsala Grimm which has been broadcast in over 30 countries since its release in 1999.
His repertoire ranges from the great tenor arias and songs in opera and concert halls to his own compositions and light music. He is especially proud of his song "My Song Lives On," which he wrote for the real Queen of Hawaii, Queen Lili'uokalani. This work has brought him together with officials in Germany and Hawaii.
Gregor Prächt has numerous releases, including classical and live CDs, maxisingles with well-known artists and CDs for Steiff teddy bears. He is an artist with increasing success worldwide and is constantly evolving.
Besides his passion for music, he is involved in charitable causes, especially for sick children and orphans. He is also actively involved in the promotion of young talent.
Gregor Prächt is an ever-traveling man, learning from new experiences and his idols such as Plácido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti. Quincy Jones aptly describes him as "the voice of the future and today," and Al Jarreau calls him "a unique voice and most valuable human being." His life is all about music, his family, friends and fans.
In addition to his diverse musical experiences, Gregor Prächt also had the opportunity to experience collaborative performances with the renowned Gipsy Kings. These collaborative performances enriched his repertoire and demonstrated his ability to hold his own in different musical styles and to work with globally respected artists. The association with the Gipsy Kings is another impressive milestone in the impressive career of Gregor Prächt.
During the period from 2022 to 2023, Gregor Prächt continued his musical involvement by hosting monthly recitals for Nordoff Robbin's Music Therapy. This valuable work demonstrated his social commitment and dedication to helping others through music.
Another highlight during this period was the glamorous gala with the St. Petersburg Symphony Orchestra in Meerbusch. This event underlines his ability to perform on an international level with renowned orchestras and to present his musical excellence.
In addition, Gregor Prächt thrilled his audience with two sold-out shows on the occasion of his 40th stage anniversary in Munich. This significant anniversary is a testament to his enduring popularity and talent to inspire people all over the world with his music.
Since 2019, Gregor Prächt is also an official member of the Grammy Voting. This recognition in the music industry is further proof of his expertise and commitment to the world of music. His membership allows him to participate in the selection and evaluation of outstanding musical achievements and to help shape the future of music.
In 2019, Gregor Prächt was awarded the honorary title of "Prof. h.c."(honorary professor) for his outstanding musical achievements and services to music at two renowned universities. These awards underline his exceptional musical expertise and his contribution to musical education and culture. Gregor Prächt was thus honored for his commitment and influence in the music world at the highest academic level.
Artistic curriculum vitae
- General music education with 5 years at private music schools.
- Voice training at age 8, with A. Puchner at age 11.
- Baccalaureate at the Musisches Gymnasium in Music/English/Economics-R/German. Vocal training from the age of 16 with P. Petrov (Russia), M. Baraldes (Spain) and Carlo Bergonzi (Italy).
- 1990 - Performance during the Salzburg Festival - Easter Gala in the Aula with Karl Ridderbusch and others.
- Magie der Musik-Benefit gala with the Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra and international star soloists (first SAT 1 recording).
- Canzoni d ́amore Recitals and galas.
- 1992 - Song recitals with the conductor Carl-Robert Helg (T.V. u. Radio).
- 1992 - Master singer title by Mo Carlo Bergonzi at the Accademia Verdiana, Busseto/Italy.
- Until 1999 at the theater parma various opera productions in connection with the Accademia (gran teatro).
- Traditional Christmas concerts in Nuremberg's Friedenskirche.
- International Easter concerts since 1992 (churches and concert halls).
- Gala concert with ORF - recording of the 170th anniversary of the Christmas carol "Silent Night - Holy Night" in Fügen, Zillertal. Main artist of the concert/TV show.
- 1994 – Concerts for Kids in the USA - various, classical concerts for children in schools and concert halls.
- 1994 - Recordings with David Benoit - Demo CD Musikalische Welten - first aria of the joint opera Central Park at Oceanway Studios and 29th Street Studios, Los Angeles.
- 1994 - Opening ceremonies of the new Arts Cultural Center / Opera House with the Maui Symphony Orchestra on Maui/Hawaii, for the United States of America, (Senate) classical performance of Carmina Burana by Carl Orff included.
- 1990-96 - "an evening with GREGOR PRÄCHT, tenor..." - performances in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, England, and the USA.
- 1996-99 Performances / various roles at opera houses and festivals in Europe and the USA (including Portland Opera).
Further projects
- 1981-1984 - Opera performances in Der kleine Schornsteinfeger and Hänsel und Gretel, at the Nuremberg Opera.
- 1986-1988 - various performances for the benefit of K.H. Böhm's aid organization Menschen für Menschen, Studio recordings and recitals.
- 1990 Ebe for Africa, Gala with various artists, Gregor Prächt with piano solo.
- Direction, leading role, production in the self-staged musical A Chorus Line 1985-87 in the theater in Nuremberg, which was converted for this purpose.
- 1985-1990 weekly worship services and concerts with the International Baptist Gospelchoir as well as founding and directing the Curt Goetz theater group, own acting school with regular performances.
- Various jazz/classical +crossover productions for classical recitals and Arie Antiche with the greatest jazz musicians of the USA, David Benoit (piano) and Eric Marienthal (saxophone).
- 1992 - publication of his first lyrical book Gedanken und Gedichte.
- Leading role in the film Laughing boy-Song from the Heart, Marlboro Project 1992 Santa Fe, New Mexico - a story about the clash of Native American and European cultures.
- Annual Advent concerts in the Monastero Santa Maria degli Angeli Italy, highlighted in the program "Frohes Fest mit Fritz Egner", SAT1 1997
- Gregor Prächt TV show and interviews with Quincy Jones, Al Jarreau, Joe Sample, David Benoit, Beach Boys, Michel Legrand, Elton John, Depeche Mode and others on FF (Frequenz RTL Bayern).
- Theatre MACC built inspired by Gregor Prächt on Maui Hawaii, Opening Show 3 times sold out
- Gregor Prächt Masterclasses since 2012
- RHONY/Bravo TV Guest apperance artist 2017/2018
- Acting classes David Gideon, Lee Strassberg, NYC 2017-2023
- Performances in all big European Saturday Night TV/Musicshows
- Ronald McDonald children house Patronate
- Advisory board Nordoff Robbins Musiktherapie Germany
- Advisory board Matchspace Music
PR Tenor
Gallery
Friends & Achievements
Tony Bennett
Patricia Kelly
Paul Young
David Gideon
Maury Yeston
First Duets CD 1996
Grammy mentor and voting member
Al Jarreau
Wyclef Jean
Ray Bradbury
Maui Symphony Orchestra: Hawaii
Flori Lang
Prof. h. c. Gregor Prächt
Nordoff-Robbins
Countess Luann: Bravo TV USA
Luciano Pavarotti
Cecilia Bartoli
Al Jarreau
Gregor Prächt Masterclass ZHdK
Antonia Bennett
Tom Reif
Philippe Chrétien
Prof. Dr. Lutz Neugebauer
Anna Maria Kaufmann
Jeanette Hain
Maestro Tenore Miguel Baraldes
Dr. Ruth (Westheimer)
Sir Harry Belafonte
Frank Elstner
Ref. Cindy Paulos Hawaii
David Hyrck
Randy Crawford
Timolin Cole (Nat King Cole Foundation)
Klaus Meine (Scorpions)
Dr. Schwenzer und Wolf Gramatke
Larry Dvoskin (Eagles)
Grammy winning producer Carlos Alvarez
Mitch Winehouse (Amy Winehouse Foundation)
Lisa Bell, WBA Management Nashville
Prof. Dr. Dr. Storr and his wife
Trevor Fletcher , CEO Criteria Recording Miami, GRAMMYS
Dr. Ruth and Mitch Winehouse
First Grand Show with the Dresden Philharmonikern
Artwork by James Rizzi
Lindsey Love
Petra Nêmcová
Heroes doc, dr. Christian Diehl
Discography
- You and me for always (SMC, 1991)
- Musikalische Welten (SMC, 1992)
- Gregor Prächt and friends feat. Henry Kapono, Toni Childs, Viviana Staffini, Al Jarreau, David Benoit (Koch Schwan Classics, 1994–1998)
- Arie Antiche (Koch Schwan Classics, 1996)
- Al Jarreau | Gregor Prächt – SMILE/Pierrot (KOCH Schwan International, 1997)
- Bruderschaft St Christoph (oldest catholic hospice) Gregor Prächt and friends unplugged 1&2 (MCP/Eurotone Classics 1996–1998)
- Gregor (Universal Music|Universal Classics, 2000)
- 80 days (VW Lupo – Guinness Book of records song, Universal 2000)
- Peace on earth – a special Christmas (IMGE 2001)
- Das tapfere Schneiderlein und König Drosselbart, SIMSALA GRIMM (Sony BMG, 2000)
- Lu-La-Lu (Karussell (Label)/Universal, 2002)
- The sound of Glashütte Original (2002)
- Du, ich hab‘ dich lieb (Karussell/Universal, 2002)
- Öffne dein Herz (Universal, 2003)
- 100.000 Wunder (Universal, 2003)
- Grosse Hits für kleine Stars (Universal, 2005)
- Champ – Michael Schumacher (Big Ben, 2006)
- Angel Blessings (CP Recordings Hawaii 2006)
- Canzoni d’amore – the early Tenor years 1&2 (IMGE 2007)
- The Duets (IMGE 2007)
- REMIXES works with the djs (IMGE 2007)
- My song lives on – a tribute to Queen Lili uokalani, Hawaii (IMGE, 2007)
- Joker! (G&U Random House, 2009)
- GITAN (2009)
- Roger Federer for Lindt (2009)
- Fahrenheit 911, the Ray Bradbury rock opera(main British accented character) 2010 RBE Records
- Dancing over the edge (EMI, 2011)
- Home for the holidays (2012)
- Metabolic Balance (2012)
- Swiss Olympic Swim Team Flori Lang (competition/training soundtrack)
- Best of 1 & 2. 2015/16
- One love-Best of Rock (IMGE, 2016)
- Both sides now, GRAMMY cares CD (2019)
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Double Feature with Tom Reif (2024)
Contact
info@gregorpraecht.com