Leon Lishner was a Jewish American operatic bass-baritone. He was particularly associated with the works of Gian Carlo Menotti, having created parts in the world premieres of four of his operas. He performed in many productions with the New York City Opera and the NBC Opera Theatre during the 1950s and early 1960s.
Full biography at 'Leon Lishner', Wikipedia.
Leon Lishner sings 'Tachanka':
Leon Lishner sing Five Yiddish Songs:
