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Majella Cullagh is a renowned Irish soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born in Limerick, Ireland, on May 22, 1960, Cullagh grew up in a musical family and began singing at a young age. She attended the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin, where she studied under the tutelage of Veronica Dunne. Cullagh's career began in earnest in the 1980s, when she won several prestigious singing competitions, including the John McCormack Award and the Veronica Dunne International Singing Competition. These early successes helped to establish her as a rising star in the world of opera. In 1988, Cullagh made her professional debut with the Wexford Festival Opera, where she performed the role of Fiordiligi in Mozart's "Così fan tutte." This performance was widely praised, and it helped to launch Cullagh's career on an international level. Over the years, Cullagh 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 La Scala in Milan. She has also worked with some of the most renowned conductors and directors in the business, including Sir Simon Rattle, Sir Charles Mackerras, and Graham Vick. One of Cullagh's most notable performances came in 1997, when she sang the role of Violetta in Verdi's "La traviata" at the Royal Opera House. This performance was widely acclaimed, and it helped to cement Cullagh's reputation as one of the leading sopranos of her generation. In addition to her work in opera, Cullagh has also performed in concerts and recitals around the world. She has a particular affinity for the music of Mozart, and she has performed many of his works in concert halls across Europe and North America. Cullagh's talent and hard work have been recognized with numerous awards and honors over the years. In 1999, she was awarded the Irish Tatler Woman of the Year award for her contributions to the arts. She has also been awarded the Order of Merit by the President of Italy, and she was made a Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government. Despite her many accomplishments, Cullagh remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform regularly, and she is known for her tireless work ethic and her commitment to excellence. Her talent and dedication have made her one of the most respected and beloved sopranos of her generation, and she continues to inspire audiences around the world with her beautiful voice and her passion for music.

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