Joseph Browning Mummery (12 July 1888 – 16 March 1974), was an Australian opera tenor of the 1920s and 1930s who achieved a considerable reputation in Europe and America.
[5] He embarked on a career in engineering, but switched to his first love, singing, tutored by baritone A. C. Bartleman, a near-contemporary.
[10] Throughout his career he played lyrical leading roles in a host of operas, including Madama Butterfly, The Magic Flute, La bohème and Tosca,[11] which was one of his favorites.
He sang extensively in America, appearing regularly on NBC radio and was assisted by the president of the company in getting his work permit extended.
[5][citation needed] On his return to Australia in 1937 he was contracted by the Australian Broadcasting Commission for a series of concerts.