Chantal Santon Jeffery is a French soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on December 22, 1982, in Paris, France, Chantal grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a pianist, and her mother was a singer. From a young age, Chantal was exposed to classical music and began singing in choirs and taking voice lessons. Chantal's talent was evident from a young age, and she began performing in public at the age of 12. She went on to study at the Conservatoire National de Région de Paris, where she received a diploma in singing. She then continued her studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where she studied with renowned soprano Rachel Yakar. Chantal's career as a professional singer began in 2006 when she made her debut at the Opéra National de Paris in the role of Barbarina in Mozart's "Le Nozze di Figaro." She quickly gained recognition for her beautiful voice and her ability to bring depth and emotion to her performances. Over the years, Chantal has performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. She has also performed in numerous festivals, including the Glyndebourne Festival, the Aix-en-Provence Festival, and the Salzburg Festival. One of Chantal's most notable performances was in the role of Pamina in Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte" at the Glyndebourne Festival in 2013. Her performance was widely praised for its beauty and emotional depth, and it helped to establish her as one of the leading sopranos of her generation. Chantal has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 2010, she was awarded the Prix Lyrique de l'AROP, which is given to the most promising young singer of the year by the Association pour le Rayonnement de l'Opéra de Paris. She was also awarded the Prix de la Révélation Lyrique by the French Ministry of Culture in 2011. In addition to her work as an opera singer, Chantal is also a sought-after concert performer. She has performed in numerous concerts and recitals, including a performance of Schubert's "Winterreise" at the Wigmore Hall in London in 2015. Chantal is known for her versatility as a singer, and she has performed a wide range of repertoire, from Baroque to contemporary music. She is particularly known for her interpretations of Mozart and French opera, and she has worked with some of the world's leading conductors, including Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Philippe Jordan. In addition to her work as a performer, Chantal is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught masterclasses at the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, and she is committed to passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of singers. Chantal's career continues to go from strength to strength, and she is widely regarded as one of the most talented and exciting sopranos of her generation. With her beautiful voice, her emotional depth, and her commitment to excellence, she is sure to continue to captivate audiences around the world for many years to come.

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