Country

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United Kingdom

Birth

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April 6, 1944 in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

Felicity Palmer is a renowned British mezzo-soprano who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on April 7, 1944, in Cheltenham, England, Palmer grew up in a musical family. Her father was a church organist, and her mother was a singer. Palmer's love for music was evident from a young age, and she began singing in her church choir at the age of six. Palmer received her formal music education at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where she studied under the tutelage of Flora Nielsen and Vera Rozsa. She made her professional debut in 1970 at the Glyndebourne Festival Opera, where she played the role of Cherubino in Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro." This performance marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career in the world of opera. Throughout her career, Palmer has performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Metropolitan Opera in New York, and the Paris Opera. She has also worked with some of the most renowned conductors and directors in the industry, including Sir Georg Solti, Sir Colin Davis, and Sir Peter Hall. One of Palmer's most notable performances was her portrayal of the title role in Benjamin Britten's "The Rape of Lucretia" at the Glyndebourne Festival Opera in 1977. Her performance was widely praised by critics, and it helped establish her as one of the leading mezzo-sopranos of her generation. Palmer has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 1993, she was awarded the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for her services to music. She has also been awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Singer Award and the Laurence Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Opera. In addition to her work in opera, Palmer has also performed in concerts and recitals around the world. She has recorded several albums, including a collection of songs by Gustav Mahler and a recording of Handel's "Messiah" with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. Palmer's career has spanned over five decades, and she continues to perform and inspire audiences around the world. Her dedication to her craft and her passion for music have made her one of the most respected and beloved mezzo-sopranos of her generation.

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