This is the first book about the outstanding Russian singer Vladimir Atlantov. It was written by Irina Kotkina, a specialist in musical theater and, in particular, vocals. The publication is structured according to an interesting principle: in each chapter, the author analyzes in detail Atlantov’s work, traces all the stages of his creative path, and then places fragments of his conversation with the singer, in which he himself comments on the relevant events of his life. Each question from the author is followed by a detailed, emotional answer from the singer. This structure gives the book additional originality. The book not only outlines the image of a great Russian singer - the author-researcher poses and tries to solve the most interesting and relevant questions for modern musical theater: traditions and styles in opera, direction and musical direction in an opera theater, the functioning of various opera houses. theaters of the world, etc. Many pages of the book are dedicated to the brilliant generation of Atlantov’s peers and colleagues: Obraztsova, Milashkina, Nesterenko, Mazuroku. The publication also covers little-known pages of the life of the outstanding tenor for the Russian viewer and reader - his performances on the best stages of Western Europe and America .The deep theoretical knowledge and literary talent of its author I. Kotkina give the book special value.