Background
COOK, Brian Robert Rayner was born on May 17, 1945 in London. Son of Robert Cook and Gladys Soulby.
professional singer (baritone)
COOK, Brian Robert Rayner was born on May 17, 1945 in London. Son of Robert Cook and Gladys Soulby.
LTniv. of Bristol, Royal College, of Music and privately with Alexander Young (vocal studies) and Helga Mott (repertoire).
Professional singer (baritone). Organist and choirmaster at age 15. Major conducting d^but (opera) 1966.
Professional singing debut 1967: has appeared as soloist in oratorio, recitals, music-theatre and opera throughout the United Kingdom and Europe, in United States of America, Canada, South. America, the Middle East, the Far East and North. Africa and broadcasts frequently in United Kingdom and Europe.
Has given first performances of various works written for him by distinguished composers. Director singers’ workshops and jury".
International singing competitions.
Married Angela M. Romney in 1974.