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in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

 

Albina Shagimuratova is a world-renowned soprano opera singer known for her powerful and emotive performances. Born on January 17, 1978, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Shagimuratova grew up in a family of musicians. Her mother was a pianist, and her father was a conductor, so it was no surprise that she showed an interest in music from a young age. Shagimuratova began her musical education at the Uspensky Music School in Tashkent, where she studied piano and voice. She later attended the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan, where she received a degree in vocal performance. After completing her studies, Shagimuratova moved to Moscow to continue her training at the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music. In 2004, Shagimuratova made her professional debut as the Queen of the Night in Mozart's "The Magic Flute" at the Tashkent State Opera and Ballet Theatre. Her performance was met with critical acclaim, and she quickly became a rising star in the opera world. Over the next few years, Shagimuratova performed in a variety of operas and concerts throughout Russia and Europe. In 2007, she made her debut at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow as the Queen of the Night in "The Magic Flute." Her performance was a huge success, and she was invited back to the Bolshoi to perform in several other productions. In 2009, Shagimuratova made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City as the Queen of the Night in "The Magic Flute." Her performance was once again met with critical acclaim, and she quickly became a favorite among audiences and critics alike. Since then, Shagimuratova has performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Paris Opera, and the Vienna State Opera. She has also performed with some of the world's most renowned conductors, including Valery Gergiev, Riccardo Muti, and James Levine. One of Shagimuratova's most notable performances was in the title role of Donizetti's "Lucia di Lammermoor" at the Metropolitan Opera in 2011. Her performance was hailed as a triumph, and she received a standing ovation from the audience. The New York Times called her performance "dazzling" and "electrifying." Shagimuratova has also received numerous awards and honors throughout her career. In 2010, she was awarded the prestigious Benois de la Danse prize for her performance in "The Magic Flute" at the Bolshoi Theatre. She has also been awarded the Golden Mask award, the highest honor in Russian theatre, for her performances in "The Magic Flute" and "Lucia di Lammermoor." In addition to her opera performances, Shagimuratova is also a sought-after concert performer. She has performed in concerts and recitals throughout the world, including at the Salzburg Festival, the Ravinia Festival, and the Edinburgh International Festival. Shagimuratova is known for her powerful and emotive voice, as well as her ability to convey deep emotion through her performances. She is also known for her dedication to her craft, and for her tireless work ethic. She continues to perform regularly, and is considered one of the greatest opera singers of her generation.

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