Klaartje van Veldhoven is a Dutch soprano and early music specialist who has gained international recognition for her performances of Baroque and Renaissance music. Born on May 22, 1977, in the city of Tilburg, Netherlands, Klaartje grew up in a musical family and began singing at a young age. She studied at the Conservatory of Amsterdam, where she received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Classical Singing. Klaartje's interest in early music was sparked during her studies, and she began to focus on the performance of Baroque and Renaissance music. She trained with renowned early music specialists such as Jill Feldman and Peter Kooij, and also studied with the acclaimed soprano Barbara Schlick. Klaartje's career as a professional musician began in the early 2000s, and she quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile performer. She has performed with many of the leading early music ensembles in Europe, including the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Les Arts Florissants, and the Orchestra of the Eighteenth Century. One of Klaartje's most notable performances was her portrayal of the title role in Handel's opera "Semele" with the Nederlandse Bachvereniging in 2011. Her performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and technical skill, and it helped to establish her as one of the leading sopranos in the early music world. Klaartje has also been recognized for her work as a soloist in oratorios and cantatas. She has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. In 2015, she was awarded the prestigious Nederlandse Muziekprijs, which is the highest honor for a classical musician in the Netherlands. In addition to her work as a performer, Klaartje is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has taught at the Conservatory of Amsterdam and the Royal Conservatory of The Hague, and she has given masterclasses and workshops throughout Europe and North America. Klaartje's repertoire is wide-ranging, and she is known for her ability to bring a fresh and vibrant approach to even the most familiar works. She has recorded several albums, including "Bach's Christmas Oratorio" with the Nederlandse Bachvereniging and "The Art of Love" with the ensemble La Sfera Armoniosa. Klaartje's performances are characterized by her clear and pure tone, her impeccable technique, and her ability to convey the emotional depth of the music she sings. She is widely regarded as one of the leading sopranos in the early music world, and her performances continue to captivate audiences around the world.

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