Press clippings
In Nino Rota's Mysterium, Claudio Danuser had by far the biggest role, and his pleasantly timbred, relaxed bass voice - unforgotten here in Berne - streamed forth.
Der Bund, Berne 11 / 7 / 2011
With Claudio Danuser's full-bodied yet agile voice, the bass role that carries the work (Nino Rota's Mysterium) is cast excellently.
Zürichsee-Zeitung 11 / 7 / 2011
The baritone Claudio Danuser, with his secure, impressive stage presence, was a shady Lindorf, a wily Dapertutto, an opaque Dr Miracle and a magically knowledgeable Coppélius.
Liechtensteiner Vaterland 4 / 19 / 2010
With his warm, striking baritone, Claudio Danuser was a convincing Count Danilo.
Neue Luzerner Zeitung 1 / 11 / 2009
Claudio Danuser sang the ‘Alpine blessing’ and was in every way convincing with his powerful, warm voice.
Zürichsee-Zeitung 9 / 20 / 2005
The experienced opera singer Claudio Danuser sings Count Erminio Gasparone, and he has a wonderful, dark, sonorous voice.
Zürcher Oberländer 9 / 6 / 2004
Much praise is due, finally, to the two main soloists: to Kate Westbrook and to Claudio Danuser in the role of William Turner.
Neue Zürcher Zeitung 8 / 21 / 2003
A celebration of Verdi and Santi [...] The Italian soprano Adriana Marfisi and the Swiss baritone Claudio Danuser succeeded in conjuring up the operatic setting in the listener’s mind.[...] The public was highly enthusiastic.
Neue Zürcher Zeitung 8 / 21 / 2001
The role of Charlotte’s husband Albert may be somewhat thankless in itself, but Claudio Danuser’s appropriately serious portrayal and his well-articulated singing brought him to life.
Der Bund, Berne 4 / 27 / 1999
The extraordinarily difficult Ligeti is performed in a decidedly relaxed manner by the three singers Eirian Davies (soprano), Barbara Hahn (contralto) and Claudio Danuser (baritone).
Stuttgarter Zeitung, Stuttgart 3 / 29 / 1997
Claudio Danuser was impressive in the title role, offering a many-sided, subtly differentiated Nabucco.
Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, Frankfurt 8 / 16 / 1996
Claudio Danuser is a Nabucco full of character, subtle in both gestures and voice.
Hersfelder Zeitung, Bad Hersfeld 8 / 17 / 1996
The complete transformation of Nabucco from powerful, brutal lord of war to a father touched by madness and reduced to begging on his knees by the impending death of his daughter Fenena was portrayed brilliantly by Claudio Danuser, with feeling and wholly believable.
Südthüringer Zeitung, 8 / 9 / 1996
Claudio Danuser sang the title role (Il semiader) superbly and with stamina, underpinned by a remarkably unified ensemble.
SonntagsZeitung, Zurich, 6 / 16 / 1996
As a kind of counterpoint to human good faith, Claudio Danuser creates the fourfold villain Lindorf/Coppélius/Miracle/Dapertutto as a symbol of evil. He dominates the stage with a captivating devilry, possessing a finely honed, subtle bass-baritone voice.
Solothurner Zeitung, Solothurn 11 / 13 / 1995
The powerful bass-baritone Claudio Danuser portrays the disturbing character who always reappears at Hoffmann’s side and pins the audience to its seat at every one of his appearances.
Journal du Jura, Biel 11 / 1 / 1995
The baritone Claudio Danuser is a flexible, dangerous, bragging villain in four subtly shaded personifications. (Les Contes d’Hoffmann)
Der Bund, Berne 10 / 30 / 1995
In the role of Cecil, Claudio Danuser once more proves himself a compelling singer-actor.
Neue Zürcher Zeitung, Zurich 4 / 10 / 1995
For the compelling vocal portrayal of the title hero (Don Quichotte), Claudio Danuser employs his sonorous, powerfully expressive, melodious bass-baritone voice.
Der Bund, Berne 12 / 27 / 1994
The stage presence of Claudio Danuser is a gift to conductor and director alike. He uses one of the few operas that place the bass-baritone at the centre of things not as a one-man-show, but as a moving character study that allows him to dazzle with vocal colours and shadings. His Don Quichotte is marked not by heroics, but by a poetic grandeur.
Solothurner Zeitung, Solothurn 12 / 31 / 1994
… a remarkable performance from the grave, incisive baritone Claudio Danuser as Mercutio and the Rabbi.
The Times, London 8 / 22 / 1991
Claudio Danuser portrays Ford with acting verve and a finely timbred baritone.
Der Bund, Berne 2 / 5 / 1991
Claudio Danuser’s Monterone is notable both vocally and in his stage presence, and he stands out in particular.
Musik und Theater, Zurich, March 1990
There was an outstanding performance of the Pilinszky songs. Claudio Danuser brought all the necessary sternness and self-exposure to the vocal part.
The Times, London 11 / 1 / 1989
Claudio Danuser was convincing as the conspirator Samuel, both vocally and in his stage portrayal.
Opernwelt, Zurich, August 1989
Above all, Claudio Danuser with his powerful, well-trained baritone offered a notable performance in the title role of the President of Valdei.
Orpheus, Berlin, December 1988
Claudio Danuser was convincing as Falke, with his elegant stage characterization and warm baritone voice – it was a compelling portrayal by a promising talent.
Der Bund, Berne 12 / 4 / 1986
Great commitment was shown by the whole ensemble, of whom we wish to single out Claudio Danuser.
Il Tempo, Rome 7 / 27 / 1986
The excellent vocal production of Claudio Danuser
Corriere della sera, Milan 7 / 27 / 1986
