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in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

 

Mirusia Louwerse is a classical music artist from Australia who has gained international recognition for her powerful soprano voice and captivating performances. Born on March 29, 1985, in Brisbane, Australia, Mirusia grew up in a musical family and began singing at a young age. Her parents were both music teachers, and her mother was a soprano singer, which inspired Mirusia to pursue a career in music. Mirusia's talent was evident from a young age, and she began performing in public at the age of six. She studied classical voice at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and later at the University of Queensland. In 2006, Mirusia was discovered by André Rieu, the world-renowned Dutch violinist and conductor, who invited her to join his Johann Strauss Orchestra as a soloist. Mirusia quickly became a fan favorite with the Johann Strauss Orchestra, and her performances with the group have been described as "mesmerizing" and "spellbinding." She has performed with the orchestra in some of the world's most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Sydney Opera House, and Carnegie Hall in New York City. One of Mirusia's most memorable performances with the Johann Strauss Orchestra was at the 2011 Maastricht Concert in the Netherlands. The concert was broadcast live to cinemas around the world and was seen by millions of people. Mirusia's rendition of "I Could Have Danced All Night" from the musical My Fair Lady was a highlight of the concert and received a standing ovation from the audience. In addition to her work with the Johann Strauss Orchestra, Mirusia has also released several solo albums. Her debut album, "She Walks in Beauty," was released in 2009 and features a collection of classical and contemporary songs. The album was a commercial success and reached the top of the classical music charts in Australia. Mirusia's second album, "Always & Forever," was released in 2011 and features a mix of classical and popular songs. The album includes duets with André Rieu and the Dutch singer Marco Bakker. "Always & Forever" was also a commercial success and reached the top of the classical music charts in Australia. Mirusia has received numerous awards and accolades for her work as a classical music artist. In 2007, she was awarded the Dame Joan Sutherland Award for Most Promising Young Classical Performer at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music. In 2012, she was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for her services to the arts. Mirusia's talent and dedication to her craft have made her one of the most respected and beloved classical music artists of her generation. Her performances are a testament to the power of music to inspire and uplift audiences around the world.

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