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May 14, 1988 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

 

Nadine Sierra is a renowned American soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on May 14, 1988, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Sierra grew up in a family of musicians. Her mother was a pianist, and her father was a jazz musician. From a young age, Sierra showed a keen interest in music and began singing in her church choir. Sierra's talent was soon recognized, and she began taking voice lessons with Marilyn Mims, a renowned vocal coach. She also attended the Young Artist Vocal Program at the Palm Beach Opera, where she received further training. In 2007, Sierra won the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, which marked the beginning of her professional career. Sierra's debut performance was in 2009, when she played the role of Barbarina in Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" at the Palm Beach Opera. She received critical acclaim for her performance, and her career took off from there. In 2010, she made her debut at the San Francisco Opera, playing the role of Juliette in Gounod's "Romeo and Juliette." She also made her debut at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, Italy, playing the role of Gilda in Verdi's "Rigoletto." Sierra's career continued to flourish, and she went on to perform at some of the world's most prestigious opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera, the Royal Opera House in London, and the Paris Opera. She has played a wide range of roles, from Mozart's Susanna in "The Marriage of Figaro" to Verdi's Violetta in "La Traviata." One of Sierra's most notable performances was in 2015, when she played the role of Ilia in Mozart's "Idomeneo" at the Metropolitan Opera. Her performance was widely praised, and she received a standing ovation from the audience. She also won the Richard Tucker Award that year, which is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the world of opera. Sierra has also performed in numerous concerts and recitals, showcasing her versatility as a singer. In 2017, she performed at the BBC Proms in London, where she sang a selection of arias and songs. She has also performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic and the Berlin Philharmonic. In addition to her performances, Sierra is also known for her philanthropic work. She has worked with numerous organizations, including the YoungArts Foundation and the National YoungArts Foundation, which provide support and training to young artists. She has also worked with the American Cancer Society and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Sierra's talent and hard work have earned her numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In addition to the Richard Tucker Award, she has won the Marilyn Horne Song Competition, the George London Foundation Competition, and the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. She was also named a Rising Star by the New York Times in 2015. Sierra continues to perform and inspire audiences around the world with her beautiful voice and captivating performances. She is a true ambassador for classical music and a role model for aspiring young artists.

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