A polished, nostalgic baroque artist.
Benno Schachtner is a renowned German countertenor celebrated for his emotionally resonant performances of baroque repertoire and sacred music. Collaborating with esteemed ensembles like Collegium 1704, he brings profound musical intelligence and vocal warmth to works by J.S. Bach and Handel. His acclaimed interpretations establish him as one of the leading voices in contemporary early music.
Benno Schachtner performs classical and early music, specializing in baroque vocal repertoire, sacred cantatas, and opera.
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Benno Schachtner was born in Illertissen, Bavaria, and began his musical journey as a member of the Ulmer Spatzen choir.