Birth

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May 10, 1968 in Frodsham, Cheshire, England

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Alice Coote is a renowned mezzo-soprano who has established herself as one of the leading classical music artists of her generation. Born on May 10, 1968, in Cheshire, England, Coote grew up in a musical family and began singing at a young age. She attended the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, where she studied with Jeffrey Lawton and Barbara Robotham. Coote's career began to take off in the early 1990s, when she won several prestigious awards, including the Kathleen Ferrier Award and the Young Concert Artists Trust Award. She made her professional debut in 1995, singing the role of Cherubino in Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" at the English National Opera. This performance was widely praised, and Coote quickly became known for her powerful voice and expressive performances. Over the years, Coote has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras and opera companies, including the Metropolitan Opera, the Royal Opera House, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She has also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and composers of our time, including Sir Simon Rattle, Sir John Eliot Gardiner, and Thomas Adès. One of Coote's most notable performances was her portrayal of Octavian in Richard Strauss's "Der Rosenkavalier" at the Royal Opera House in 2009. This performance was widely acclaimed, and Coote was praised for her nuanced and emotionally powerful portrayal of the character. She has also received critical acclaim for her performances in Handel's "Xerxes," Britten's "The Turn of the Screw," and Mozart's "Don Giovanni." In addition to her work as a performer, Coote is also a passionate advocate for music education and outreach. She has worked with several organizations to promote music education and to bring classical music to new audiences. She has also been involved in several charitable causes, including the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and the Prince's Trust. Throughout her career, Coote has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to classical music. In 2012, she was awarded the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for her services to music. She has also been awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Singer Award, the South Bank Show Award, and the Gramophone Award for Best Recital. Despite her many accomplishments, Coote remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform regularly and to inspire audiences with her powerful voice and emotional performances. Her passion for music and her commitment to excellence have made her one of the most beloved and respected classical music artists of our time.

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