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Iris Oja is a renowned classical music artist from Estonia. She was born on August 23, 1979, in Tallinn, Estonia. From a young age, Oja showed a keen interest in music and began her musical education at the Tallinn Music High School. She later went on to study at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, where she received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in vocal performance. Oja's talent as a classical singer was evident from the start of her career. She quickly gained recognition for her powerful and expressive voice, as well as her ability to interpret a wide range of musical styles. Her performances were praised for their emotional depth and technical precision, and she soon became one of the most sought-after classical singers in Estonia. One of Oja's early career highlights was her performance in the Estonian National Opera's production of Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro." Her portrayal of the character Cherubino was widely acclaimed, and she received rave reviews for her performance. This success led to many more opportunities for Oja, including performances with the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra and the Tallinn Chamber Orchestra. In 2005, Oja was awarded the prestigious Young Singer of the Year award by the Estonian Theatre Union. This award recognized her outstanding talent and contributions to the Estonian music scene. Oja continued to receive critical acclaim for her performances, and in 2008, she was awarded the Estonian Music Council's Annual Award for her outstanding contributions to Estonian music. Oja's international career began to take off in the early 2010s. She was invited to perform at the prestigious Salzburg Festival in Austria, where she received critical acclaim for her performance in the production of "The Cunning Little Vixen." She also performed at the Edinburgh International Festival in Scotland, where she received similar praise for her performance in the production of "The Rake's Progress." In 2014, Oja was invited to perform at the Berlin Philharmonic, one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. She performed in a production of "The Magic Flute," which was widely acclaimed by both audiences and critics. This performance cemented Oja's reputation as one of the most talented and versatile classical singers of her generation. Oja's success continued in the following years, with performances at the Royal Opera House in London, the Metropolitan Opera in New York, and the Paris Opera. She also continued to receive critical acclaim for her recordings, including her album "Songs of the Night," which was released in 2016. In addition to her work as a performer, Oja is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has taught at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre since 2005, and has helped to train many of Estonia's most talented young singers. She is also a frequent guest lecturer and masterclass teacher at universities and conservatories around the world. Throughout her career, Oja has remained committed to promoting Estonian music and culture on the international stage. She has performed many works by Estonian composers, including Arvo Pärt, Veljo Tormis, and Erkki-Sven Tüür. She has also worked to promote Estonian folk music, and has collaborated with many traditional Estonian musicians. In recognition of her contributions to Estonian music and culture, Oja was awarded the Order of the White Star, one of Estonia's highest honors, in 2018.

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