Joseph Ward

Joseph Ward OBE (22 May 1932 in Preston – 27 April 2019) was an English tenor, formerly a baritone, who created roles in operas by Benjamin Britten and Michael Tippett. He has also made a career as a singing teacher – his pupils include Jane Eaglen – and opera producer.

In the 1950s, he toured with the Carl Rosa Opera, appearing in several operas including the company's final production staged i… More