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Orchestral

 

Lee Remick was an American actress and singer who was born on December 14, 1935, in Quincy, Massachusetts. She was the daughter of Frank Remick, a department store owner, and his wife, Margaret Patricia, a dancer. Remick grew up in a family that was passionate about music, and she began taking piano lessons at a young age. She also showed an interest in singing and acting, and her parents encouraged her to pursue these interests. Remick attended Barnard College in New York City, where she studied music and drama. She made her professional debut in 1953 in a production of "The Sainted Sisters" at the Cape Playhouse in Massachusetts. She then went on to perform in several Broadway productions, including "A Face in the Crowd" and "Becket." In 1957, Remick made her film debut in "A Face in the Crowd," which was directed by Elia Kazan. She received critical acclaim for her performance, and it launched her career in Hollywood. She went on to star in several films, including "Anatomy of a Murder," "Days of Wine and Roses," and "The Omen." Despite her success in Hollywood, Remick never lost her love for music. She continued to perform in musicals and operas throughout her career. In 1960, she starred in the Broadway production of "Take Me Along," which earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical. She also appeared in the 1962 film adaptation of the musical "The Music Man," in which she sang several songs. In 1963, Remick made her operatic debut in a production of Benjamin Britten's "The Turn of the Screw" at the Glyndebourne Festival in England. She received rave reviews for her performance, and it marked the beginning of her career as an opera singer. She went on to perform in several other operas, including "La Traviata," "Madama Butterfly," and "The Marriage of Figaro." Remick's talent as a singer was recognized by the music industry, and she received several awards for her performances. In 1964, she won a Grammy Award for Best Classical Performance - Vocal Soloist for her recording of "The Turn of the Screw." She also received a Grammy nomination for her recording of "La Traviata" in 1965. In addition to her work in music and film, Remick was also a dedicated philanthropist. She was involved in several charitable organizations, including the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. She also served as a board member of the American Cancer Society. Remick's career was cut short by her untimely death from kidney and liver cancer on July 2, 1991, at the age of 55. She left behind a legacy as a talented actress and singer who was dedicated to her craft and to making a difference in the world. Her contributions to the world of classical music will always be remembered and celebrated.

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