Max Loppert
South African critic (1946-2026)
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Max Loppert (August 14, 1946 - April 19, 2026) was a South African critic of classical music and opera. He began writing reviews for the Financial Times in 1976, and was its chief music critic from 1980 to 1996. He also wrote reviews for Opera magazine.[1][2][3]
BornAugust 14, 1946
Johannesburg, South Africa
DiedApril 19, 2026 (aged 79)
Pieve di Soligo, Italy
EducationUniversity of the Witwatersrand
OccupationCritic
Max Loppert | |
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| Born | August 14, 1946 Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Died | April 19, 2026 (aged 79) Pieve di Soligo, Italy |
| Education | University of the Witwatersrand |
| Occupation | Critic |
| Spouse | Susan Loppert |
