Birth

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February 10, 1910 in Kishinev, Bessarabia

Death

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June 9, 1949 in Vienna, Austria

Genre

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Opera

 

Maria Cebotari was a Romanian soprano and actress who was born on February 10, 1910, in Chișinău, Moldova. She was the daughter of a Romanian father and a Russian mother. Her father was a lawyer and her mother was a pianist. Cebotari grew up in a musical family and started singing at a young age. She studied at the Conservatory of Music in Bucharest and later in Vienna. Cebotari made her debut in 1932 at the Vienna State Opera as Mimi in Puccini's La Bohème. She quickly became a popular performer in Vienna and other European cities. In 1935, she made her debut at the Salzburg Festival as Zerlina in Mozart's Don Giovanni. She also performed at the Glyndebourne Festival in England and the Paris Opera. Cebotari was known for her beautiful voice and her ability to convey emotion through her singing. She was particularly admired for her performances of Mozart's operas, but she also sang works by Verdi, Puccini, and other composers. She was also a talented actress and often played the lead roles in operas. One of Cebotari's most famous performances was in the 1937 production of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro at the Salzburg Festival. She played the role of Susanna and received rave reviews for her performance. The production was later made into a film, and Cebotari reprised her role. Cebotari was also a popular recording artist. She recorded many of her performances and made several albums. Her recordings of Mozart's operas are still considered some of the best ever made. In addition to her singing career, Cebotari was also an actress. She appeared in several films, including The Marriage of Figaro and The Postman Always Rings Twice. She was known for her beauty and her ability to convey emotion on screen. Unfortunately, Cebotari's career was cut short by her untimely death. She died on June 9, 1949, at the age of 39. She had been suffering from cancer for several years. Her death was a great loss to the world of classical music. Despite her short career, Cebotari left a lasting legacy. She was one of the most talented sopranos of her time and her recordings are still admired today. She was also a trailblazer for women in the world of classical music. She proved that women could be successful performers and actresses, and she inspired many young women to pursue careers in music. Cebotari received many awards and honors during her career. She was awarded the title of Kammersängerin by the Vienna State Opera in 1939. She was also awarded the Order of the Star of Romania and the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic. In conclusion, Maria Cebotari was a talented soprano and actress who left a lasting legacy in the world of classical music. Her beautiful voice and emotional performances continue to inspire and move audiences today. She was a trailblazer for women in the world of classical music and her contributions to the art form will never be forgotten.

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