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February 8, 1987 in Stokke, Norway

 

Lise Davidsen is a Norwegian soprano who has quickly risen to international acclaim for her powerful and expressive voice. Born on February 13, 1987, in Stokke, Norway, Davidsen grew up in a musical family and began singing in choirs at a young age. She initially pursued a career in nursing, but her love for singing eventually led her to study at the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo. Davidsen's talent was quickly recognized, and she won several prestigious awards early in her career. In 2015, she won the Queen Sonja International Music Competition, which is held in Oslo and is one of the most prestigious vocal competitions in the world. She also won the Kirsten Flagstad Prize, named after the legendary Norwegian soprano, in 2017. Davidsen's breakthrough came in 2018, when she made her debut at the Bayreuth Festival in Germany, performing the role of Elisabeth in Richard Wagner's "Tannhäuser." Her performance was widely praised, with critics noting her "towering voice" and "impressive stage presence." She went on to perform the role at the Royal Opera House in London and the Paris Opera. In 2019, Davidsen made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, playing the role of Lisa in Tchaikovsky's "The Queen of Spades." Her performance was once again met with critical acclaim, with The New York Times calling her "a revelation" and "a soprano of enormous power and gleaming tone." Davidsen has also performed in concert halls around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Vienna State Opera, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. She has collaborated with some of the world's leading conductors, including Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Esa-Pekka Salonen. In addition to her live performances, Davidsen has also released several recordings. Her debut album, "Lise Davidsen: Strauss & Wagner," was released in 2019 and features a selection of arias from the two composers. The album was widely praised, with Gramophone magazine calling it "a stunning debut" and "a disc to treasure." Davidsen's success has not gone unnoticed, and she has received numerous awards and honors. In addition to the Queen Sonja International Music Competition and the Kirsten Flagstad Prize, she has been awarded the Norwegian Music Critics' Award and the Nordic Council Music Prize. She was also named "Newcomer of the Year" at the 2019 International Opera Awards. Despite her rapid rise to fame, Davidsen remains grounded and focused on her craft. In interviews, she has spoken about the importance of hard work and dedication, and the need to constantly strive for improvement. She has also expressed a desire to explore a wide range of repertoire, from the operas of Wagner and Strauss to the works of Mozart and Verdi. As she continues to perform and record, it is clear that Lise Davidsen is a rising star in the world of classical music. With her powerful voice and magnetic stage presence, she is sure to captivate audiences for years to come.

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