Birth

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May 21, 1952 in Los Angeles, CA

Period

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Medieval

 

 

Baroque

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Jill Feldman is a renowned American soprano who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. She was born on October 18, 1955, in New York City, USA. Her parents were both musicians, and her father was a composer. From a young age, Feldman was exposed to music and began singing in choirs and playing the piano. Feldman attended the High School of Music and Art in New York City, where she studied voice and piano. She then went on to study at the Juilliard School of Music, where she received her Bachelor of Music degree. After completing her studies, Feldman moved to Europe to pursue her career in opera. Feldman's career took off in the early 1980s when she began performing with the renowned early music ensemble, Concerto Vocale, under the direction of Philippe Herreweghe. She quickly gained a reputation as a leading interpreter of Baroque music, and her performances were praised for their clarity, precision, and emotional depth. One of Feldman's most significant performances was in 1985 when she sang the role of Euridice in Monteverdi's opera, Orfeo, at the Salzburg Festival. Her performance was widely acclaimed, and she was praised for her beautiful voice and dramatic interpretation of the role. Feldman continued to perform with Concerto Vocale throughout the 1980s and 1990s, and she also collaborated with other leading early music ensembles, including the Academy of Ancient Music, the English Baroque Soloists, and Les Arts Florissants. In addition to her work in opera, Feldman has also performed extensively as a concert soloist, singing works by Bach, Handel, Mozart, and other composers. She has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Feldman has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 1991, she was awarded the prestigious Edison Award for her recording of Bach's St. Matthew Passion with Concerto Vocale. She has also been awarded the Diapason d'Or, the Gramophone Award, and the Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik. Feldman has recorded extensively throughout her career, and her recordings have been praised for their musicality and emotional depth. Some of her most notable recordings include Handel's Messiah, Bach's St. John Passion, and Monteverdi's L'Orfeo. In addition to her performing career, Feldman has also been active as a teacher and mentor. She has taught at the Hochschule für Musik in Basel, Switzerland, and has given masterclasses and workshops throughout Europe and the United States. Feldman's career has spanned over four decades, and she continues to be an active performer and advocate for early music. Her contributions to the world of classical music have been significant, and she has inspired countless musicians and audiences with her beautiful voice and passionate performances.

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