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Kimberly Barber is a renowned Canadian mezzo-soprano, voice teacher, and stage director. She was born on August 22, 1963, in Toronto, Canada. Her parents were both musicians, and her father was a conductor. From a young age, Barber was exposed to classical music and began singing in choirs. She attended the University of Toronto, where she earned a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance. After completing her undergraduate studies, Barber continued her education at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where she studied with renowned mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne. She also studied at the Banff Centre for the Arts and the Britten-Pears School in England. Barber's career as a professional singer began in the early 1990s. She quickly gained recognition for her rich, warm voice and her ability to convey emotion through her singing. She has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and the National Arts Centre Orchestra. One of Barber's most notable performances was her portrayal of the title role in the Canadian Opera Company's production of Carmen in 1996. Her performance was widely praised for its intensity and emotional depth. She has also performed in many other operas, including The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, and The Magic Flute. In addition to her work as a performer, Barber is also a highly respected voice teacher. She has taught at the University of Toronto, the University of Western Ontario, and the Glenn Gould School. Many of her students have gone on to successful careers as singers. Barber has received numerous awards and honors throughout her career. In 1993, she was the winner of the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. She was also a finalist in the Cardiff Singer of the World competition in 1995. In 2001, she was awarded the Order of Canada, one of the country's highest honors. In recent years, Barber has focused more on her work as a stage director. She has directed productions of operas such as The Barber of Seville and The Marriage of Figaro. She has also directed plays and musicals, including a production of Sweeney Todd at the University of Western Ontario. Despite her many accomplishments, Barber remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform, teach, and direct, and is widely regarded as one of Canada's most talented and respected classical musicians.

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