Robert Wilson (tenor)
Scottish tenor (1907–1964)
Robert Wilson (2 January 1907 – 25 September 1964) was a Scottish tenor. After beginning his career with the Rothesay Entertainers in Scotland, Wilson joined the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company, with whom he performed from 1931 to 1937, including several leading roles, while also beginning his recording career. He then began a long solo career in concerts, radio, variety and recording, becoming known especially for his performances of Scottish songs.
Life and career
Wilson was born in Cambuslang. His father, Alexander, was a tailor, and his mother was Marion née McLurg. He began singing as a boy in the Newarthill United Free Church Choir, then joined the Clydesdale male voice choir. He trained at first as a draughtsman, then, in his twenties, as a professional singer in Glasgow. He initially performed for several seasons as part of the Rothesay Entertainers in Scotland. At the same time, he sang at Clan concerts and Scottish Festivals.
In 1931, Wilson joined the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company, at first in the chorus, understudying and occasionally performing the role of the Defendant in Trial by Jury and Ralph Rackstraw in H.M.S. Pinafore.
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