Richard Greager


Richard Greagar is an operatic tenor from New Zealand.

History

Greager was born in Christchurch, New Zealand, where he received his first training as a singer.
He moved to Australia, where he successfully competed in several vocal competitions, including the Sun Aria contest.
In 1972 he moved to London, where in 1975 he was accepted as junior principal at The Royal Opera, Covent Garden.
He was principal tenor with the Scottish Opera and with the Hanover State Opera.
In 1980 he became a principal soloist with the Australian Opera, and played Edgardo in Lucia di Lammermoor, opposite Joan Sutherland, and opposite Jennifer McGregor in 1985.
He returned to New Zealand for several concert seasons. His Peter Grimes was praised

Recognition