Prosper Dérivis

Deceased Person

1808 – 1880

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Who was Prosper Dérivis?

Nicolas-Prosper Dérivis was a French operatic bass. He possessed a rich deep voice that had a great carrying power. While he could easily assail heavy dramatic roles, he was also capable of executing difficult coloratura passages and performing more lyrical parts. Along with Nicolas Levasseur, he was one of the greatest French basses of his generation.

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Born
Oct 28, 1808
Paris
Died
Feb 11, 1880

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on July 23, 2013

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