‘‘Warm in expression, yet with a masculine presence, vocally effortless- almost casual. This is how one imagines a musical star of ancient Greece.’’

BR-Klassik

Personal Background

Krešimir Dujmić began his musical training at the age of ten. He studied opera singing at the Music Academy of the University of Zagreb before completing his studies at the Universität für Musik und darstellende Kunst Graz.

Throughout his vocal development, he was coached by renowned Metropolitan Opera singers Eva-Maria Westbroek and Frank Van Aken, conductor Tamir Chasson, as well as renowned vocal coaches Prof.Dubravka Kruselj and Nina Cossetto.

In 2018, he made his operatic debut in the title role of Apollo e Dafne at the Graz Opera House.

He was awarded the Special Prize of the Chemnitz Theater in the Zinka Milanov 2022 competition, which led to his performance as Zuniga in Carmen, marking the beginning of his professional career in Germany.

Since then, he has performed in various opera houses across Germany, portraying some of his notable roles, including Vater in Hänsel und Gretel, Orfeo in Orfeo ed Euridice, Ottokar in Der Freischütz, and Falke in Die Fledermaus. His concert repertoire includes Handel’s Messiah at the Scratch Muziekdagen festival in Leiden, Netherlands, as well as the role of Jesus in Frank Martin’s Golgotha with the Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra.

In the current season, he will debut as Orfeo in Orfeo ed Euridice at Landestheater Niederbayern and as Ezio in Verdi’s Attila at the National Theater of Sarajevo.

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Critics

  • ‘‘The excellent baritone Krešimir Dujmić gave a compelling portrayal of Ezio.’’ [translated from Bosnian]

    Gradimir Gojer - HAYAT

  • ''Excellent as well was the Croatian baritone Krešimir Dujmić as Orpheus. Warm in expression, yet with a masculine presence, vocally effortless—almost casual. This is how one imagines a musical star of ancient Greece.'' [translated from German]

    Peter Jungblut - BR-Klassik

  • ''Out of 30 applicants, the baritone Krešimir Dujmić was chosen. The young Croatian singer made his debut in this role—and deservedly received great acclaim. The choice was especially fitting because he possesses a tessitura that includes darker tones; in addition, he has a flexible voice and a beautiful legato. His artistry is evident not only in his singing but also in his acting. Grief, despair, pain, resignation—he effortlessly conveys the full emotional spectrum of Orpheus to the audience."[translated from German]

    Dr. Edith Rabenstein

  • ''Krešimir Dujmić impresses in the title role of Orpheus. The Croatian singer, who was selected from more than 30 applicants, has a powerful voice. Rather than showcasing pure vocal virtuosity, this role requires a more restrained performance—one that aligns with the character’s inner turmoil. Dujmić captures this with intensity, conveying the burden of grief and the relentless journey through Hades to save Eurydice.'' [translated from German]

    Hubert J. Denk - Bürgerblick

  • ''Outstanding soloist Kresimir Dujmic[...]'' [translated from german]

    Rudolf Lessky - MeinBezirk

  • ‘‘A full voice’’ [translated from German]

    Freie Presse