Giulia Semenzato is a renowned Italian classical music artist who has made a name for herself in the world of opera and concert performances. Born on 22nd September 1988 in Padua, Italy, Semenzato grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to classical music from a young age. Her father, a pianist, and her mother, a singer, were her earliest influences and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Semenzato began her musical training at the age of six, studying piano and singing. She later enrolled at the Conservatory of Padua, where she studied voice under the guidance of renowned soprano, Luciana Serra. During her time at the conservatory, Semenzato participated in several competitions and won numerous awards, including the first prize at the Concorso Lirico Internazionale di Portofino in 2009. After completing her studies at the conservatory, Semenzato continued her training at the Accademia del Teatro alla Scala in Milan, where she studied under the tutelage of renowned soprano, Mirella Freni. During her time at the academy, Semenzato honed her skills and developed a deep understanding of the art of opera. Semenzato made her professional debut in 2011, performing the role of Barbarina in Mozart's "Le Nozze di Figaro" at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan. Her performance was well-received, and she was praised for her clear and powerful voice, as well as her stage presence. This performance marked the beginning of Semenzato's career as an opera singer, and she went on to perform in several other productions at the Teatro alla Scala, including "La Traviata" and "Don Giovanni." In 2013, Semenzato made her international debut, performing the role of Zerlina in Mozart's "Don Giovanni" at the Glyndebourne Festival in England. Her performance was once again well-received, and she was praised for her natural acting ability and her ability to convey emotion through her singing. Since then, Semenzato has performed in several other productions around the world, including at the Royal Opera House in London, the Salzburg Festival in Austria, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. She has worked with some of the most renowned conductors and directors in the world of opera, including Riccardo Muti, Daniel Barenboim, and Robert Carsen. Semenzato's repertoire includes a wide range of operas, from the Baroque era to contemporary works. She is particularly known for her performances of Mozart's operas, and has been praised for her ability to bring a fresh perspective to these classic works. She has also performed in several contemporary operas, including the world premiere of "The Exterminating Angel" by Thomas Adès at the Salzburg Festival in 2016. In addition to her work in opera, Semenzato is also a sought-after concert performer. She has performed in several major concert halls around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and Carnegie Hall in New York. She has collaborated with some of the most renowned orchestras in the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Semenzato has won numerous awards throughout her career, including the prestigious Abbiati Prize for Best Female Singer in 2018. She has also been nominated for several other awards, including the International Opera Awards and the Gramophone Classical Music Awards. Despite her success, Semenzato remains humble and dedicated to her craft.

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