Michèle Losier is a Canadian mezzo-soprano who has established herself as one of the most sought-after singers of her generation. Born in Quebec City, Canada, on May 10, 1972, Losier grew up in a musical family and began singing at a young age. She studied at the Conservatoire de musique de Québec and later at the Université Laval, where she earned a degree in music. Losier's career began to take off in the early 2000s, when she won several prestigious singing competitions, including the Montreal International Musical Competition and the Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels. These victories brought her to the attention of opera companies and concert halls around the world, and she quickly became known for her powerful voice, dramatic intensity, and impeccable technique. One of Losier's early breakthrough performances came in 2004, when she made her debut at the Opéra National de Paris in the role of Cherubino in Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro. This performance was widely praised for Losier's rich, expressive voice and her ability to convey the character's youthful energy and impetuosity. She went on to perform the role at other major opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York and the Royal Opera House in London. In the years that followed, Losier continued to build her reputation as one of the leading mezzo-sopranos of her generation. She performed in a wide range of operas, from Baroque masterpieces like Handel's Giulio Cesare to contemporary works like Kaija Saariaho's L'amour de loin. She also appeared in concert halls around the world, performing with leading orchestras and conductors. One of Losier's most memorable performances came in 2011, when she sang the role of Carmen in Bizet's opera of the same name at the Glyndebourne Festival in England. This production, directed by David McVicar, was widely praised for its bold, sensual interpretation of the classic story, and Losier's performance was singled out for its fiery intensity and emotional depth. In addition to her work on stage, Losier has also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed collection of French art songs by composers like Debussy, Fauré, and Ravel. Her recordings have been praised for their clarity, sensitivity, and emotional depth, and have helped to establish her as one of the leading interpreters of French vocal music. Throughout her career, Losier has received numerous awards and honors for her work. In addition to her competition victories, she has been recognized by organizations like the Canadian Opera Company, which named her Artist of the Year in 2012, and the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, which awarded her the Prix Denise-Pelletier in 2016. She has also been inducted into the Order of Canada, one of the country's highest honors. Today, Losier continues to perform regularly in opera houses and concert halls around the world. She is known for her versatility, her emotional depth, and her ability to bring a wide range of characters to life on stage. With her powerful voice and her passionate commitment to her art, she has established herself as one of the most exciting and dynamic singers of her generation.

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