Period

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Baroque

 

 

Classical

 

 

Modern

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Choral

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Vocal

 

Elisabeth Graf was a renowned classical music artist who was born on May 12, 1948, in Vienna, Austria. She was the daughter of a music teacher and grew up in a family that was passionate about music. Her father recognized her talent for music at a young age and encouraged her to pursue a career in the field. Graf began her musical education at the Vienna Music Academy, where she studied piano and voice. She later continued her studies at the Salzburg Mozarteum, where she focused on vocal performance. During her time at the Mozarteum, Graf was mentored by the renowned soprano Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, who recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in opera. Graf made her professional debut in 1972 at the Vienna State Opera, where she performed the role of Pamina in Mozart's "The Magic Flute." Her performance was well-received, and she quickly gained recognition as a rising star in the opera world. She went on to perform at some of the world's most prestigious opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Royal Opera House in London, and La Scala in Milan. Throughout her career, Graf was known for her powerful and expressive voice, as well as her ability to bring depth and emotion to her performances. She was particularly renowned for her interpretations of Mozart's operas, which she performed with a rare combination of technical skill and emotional depth. One of Graf's most notable performances was her portrayal of the title character in Richard Strauss's "Salome" at the Salzburg Festival in 1981. Her performance was widely praised for its intensity and emotional depth, and it cemented her reputation as one of the world's leading opera singers. Graf's career was marked by numerous awards and accolades. In 1983, she was awarded the Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, and in 1991, she was awarded the title of Kammersängerin by the Austrian government in recognition of her contributions to the arts. She was also a recipient of the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording in 1995, for her performance in Mozart's "Le Nozze di Figaro." Despite her success, Graf remained humble and dedicated to her craft throughout her career. She was known for her tireless work ethic and her commitment to bringing the best possible performances to her audiences. She continued to perform well into her later years, and her final performance was in 2010, at the age of 62. Elisabeth Graf passed away on January 22, 2011, at the age of 62. Her legacy as one of the greatest opera singers of her generation lives on, and her recordings and performances continue to inspire and move audiences around the world.

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