Thomas Quasthoff - The Singer (1996)

Bass-baritone Thomas Quasthoff is one of the world’s leading lieder and oratorio singers. A victim of Thalidomide, he does not take on operatic roles. Much of this programme is devoted to footage of Quasthoff in rehearsal and performance. He is seen meticulously preparing for a recording of Schubert songs; working with composer Aribert Reimann on a particularly difficult piece, written specially for him; and singing music by Bach, Brahms, Mahler and Loewe. Thoughtful, intelligent and charming, Quasthoff also talks about his life, his career and his plans for the future. A film by Barrie Gavin Watch also Bach’s St. John Passion with Thomas Quasthoff: Watch more music documentaries by LOFTmusic: