Bulgarian musicians died in Myocardial infarction

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Nicolaï Ghiaurov

Nicolaï Ghiaurov (September 13, 1929 Velingrad-June 2, 2004 Modena) a.k.a. N. Ghiaurov, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Ghiaurov, Nicolaï, Nikolai Gjaurov, Nikolay Gyaurov or Nicolaj Ghiaurov was a Bulgarian singer and actor. He had one child, Elena Ghiaurov.

His albums include Turandot, Guglielmo Tell, La Bohème, Requiem, Il barbiere di Siviglia, Ten Top Baritones & Basses, Requiem, Nabucco, Anna Bolena and Rigoletto highlights. Genres he performed include Opera.

Nicolaï Ghiaurov was considered one of the greatest bass singers of the 20th century, renowned for his deep and rich voice. He began his music education at the State Conservatory in Sofia, Bulgaria where he studied conducting and singing. Ghiaurov made his operatic debut in 1955 as Don Basilio in The Barber of Seville, and quickly gained international recognition for his talent.

Throughout his career, Ghiaurov performed in many of the world's most prominent opera houses including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, La Scala in Milan, and Covent Garden in London. He was particularly acclaimed for his portrayals of the characters Boris Godunov, Don Giovanni, and Mephistopheles in Gounod's Faust.

In addition to his opera performances, Ghiaurov also appeared in several films, including the 1967 movie version of Tosca. He was awarded numerous honors throughout his career, including the title of "People's Artist of Bulgaria" in 1975.

Ghiaurov passed away in 2004 at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest bass singers in the history of opera.

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