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Marie-Josée Lord is a Canadian soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on October 30, 1972, in Quebec City, Canada, Lord grew up in a musical family. Her father was a jazz musician, and her mother was a singer. Lord began singing at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. Lord's musical education began at the Conservatoire de musique de Québec, where she studied voice. She later continued her studies at the Université Laval, where she earned a degree in music. Lord also studied at the Atelier lyrique de l'Opéra de Montréal, where she received training in opera. Lord's career as a professional musician began in 1998 when she won the first prize at the Canadian Music Competition. This win opened doors for her, and she began performing in various concerts and recitals across Canada. In 2000, Lord made her debut with the Orchestre symphonique de Québec, where she performed the role of Micaëla in Bizet's Carmen. Lord's career continued to flourish, and she began performing with other major orchestras in Canada, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. In 2005, Lord made her debut at the Opéra de Montréal, where she performed the role of Donna Anna in Mozart's Don Giovanni. One of Lord's most significant performances came in 2007 when she performed the role of Violetta in Verdi's La Traviata with the Orchestre symphonique de Québec. The performance was a huge success, and Lord received critical acclaim for her performance. She continued to perform the role of Violetta in various productions across Canada, solidifying her reputation as one of the country's leading sopranos. In 2010, Lord released her debut album, titled "La voix du rêve." The album featured a collection of French art songs and was well-received by critics and audiences alike. The album earned Lord a nomination for a Juno Award, which is Canada's most prestigious music award. Lord's success continued, and she began performing internationally, including in the United States, Europe, and Asia. In 2013, Lord performed the role of Mimi in Puccini's La Bohème with the Opéra de Montréal. The performance was a huge success, and Lord received critical acclaim for her performance. In 2015, Lord released her second album, titled "Yo soy Maria." The album featured a collection of Latin American songs and was a departure from her previous work. The album was well-received by critics and audiences and earned Lord another Juno Award nomination. Lord's career continued to flourish, and she began receiving numerous awards and honors. In 2016, she was awarded the prestigious Prix Opus for Female Singer of the Year by the Conseil québécois de la musique. In 2018, she was awarded the Order of Canada, which is one of the country's highest honors. Lord continues to perform and record music, and she remains one of Canada's leading sopranos. Her passion for music and dedication to her craft have made her a beloved figure in the world of classical music.

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