Birth

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in Tandil, Argentina

Genre

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Choral

 

Maria Cristina Kiehr is a renowned classical music artist known for her exceptional vocal abilities and her contributions to the Baroque music genre. Born on May 24, 1962, in Tandil, Argentina, Kiehr grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to music from a young age. Her father was a music teacher, and her mother was a pianist, which helped to foster her love for music. Kiehr began her musical training at the age of six, studying piano and singing in the children's choir at her local church. She later went on to study at the National Conservatory of Music in Buenos Aires, where she focused on vocal performance. After completing her studies, Kiehr moved to Europe to further her career in music. In 1985, Kiehr made her debut as a soloist in a performance of Bach's St. John Passion in Basel, Switzerland. This performance marked the beginning of her career as a Baroque music specialist, and she quickly gained recognition for her exceptional vocal abilities. Kiehr's performances were praised for their clarity, precision, and emotional depth, and she became known for her ability to bring new life to Baroque music. Over the years, Kiehr has performed with some of the world's most renowned Baroque music ensembles, including Les Arts Florissants, La Petite Bande, and the Freiburg Baroque Orchestra. She has also collaborated with many of the leading conductors in the field, including William Christie, Philippe Herreweghe, and René Jacobs. One of Kiehr's most notable performances was her portrayal of the title role in Handel's opera Alcina, which she performed with Les Arts Florissants in 1999. Her performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and technical precision, and it helped to solidify her reputation as one of the leading Baroque music performers of her generation. In addition to her performances, Kiehr has also recorded extensively, with over 50 recordings to her name. Her recordings have received numerous awards and accolades, including the Diapason d'Or, the Choc de la Musique, and the Gramophone Award. Kiehr's contributions to the Baroque music genre have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2000, she was awarded the prestigious French title of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, and in 2011, she was awarded the Swiss Grand Prix Musique. She has also been a guest professor at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, one of the world's leading institutions for the study of early music. Throughout her career, Kiehr has remained committed to exploring the emotional and expressive possibilities of Baroque music. Her performances are characterized by their clarity, precision, and emotional depth, and she has helped to bring new life to this rich and complex musical tradition. Today, she continues to perform and record, and her contributions to the world of classical music are sure to be felt for many years to come.

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