Vladimir Pavlovich Pasyukov (Pasjukov) (Russian:???????? ???????? ??????? ) (July 29, 1944 – June 20, 2011) was a Russian opera, folk and choir singer who possessed a powerful, low-ranging basso profondo (oktavist) voice.
He was born in Saint Petersburg.
Pasyukov had a melodious tone for the depth of the notes he sang.
His quality of singing was consistent over his range.
Notably he had a dark distinct velvety timbre.
His voice gave profound power to the higher overtones sung by the rest of the choir.
Pasyukov retired a few years before his death on June 20, 2011.
He was lauded by many as among the finest oktavist singers in history.