Period

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Baroque

 

 

Classical

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

Angela Maria Blasi is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of opera and classical music. Born on September 2, 1960, in Zurich, Switzerland, Blasi grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a conductor, and her mother was a singer, which exposed her to music at an early age. Blasi began her musical training at the Zurich Conservatory, where she studied piano and voice. She later continued her studies at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich, Germany, where she received her diploma in voice. During her studies, Blasi was awarded several prizes, including the Richard Strauss Prize and the Mozart Prize. Blasi made her professional debut in 1985 at the Bavarian State Opera in Munich, where she performed the role of Pamina in Mozart's "The Magic Flute." Her performance was well-received, and she quickly gained recognition as a rising star in the opera world. She went on to perform in several other productions at the Bavarian State Opera, including "Don Giovanni," "The Marriage of Figaro," and "Cosi fan tutte." Blasi's talent and versatility as a singer soon caught the attention of other opera companies, and she began to receive invitations to perform at major opera houses around the world. In 1988, she made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, where she performed the role of Zerlina in Mozart's "Don Giovanni." Her performance was a critical success, and she was praised for her clear, pure voice and her ability to convey emotion through her singing. Over the years, Blasi has performed in many other productions at the Metropolitan Opera, including "The Marriage of Figaro," "Cosi fan tutte," and "The Magic Flute." She has also performed at other major opera houses, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Paris Opera, and the Vienna State Opera. Blasi's repertoire is extensive, and she has performed a wide range of roles in operas by composers such as Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, and Strauss. She is particularly known for her performances in Mozart's operas, and she has been praised for her ability to bring out the subtleties and nuances of his music. In addition to her work in opera, Blasi has also performed in concerts and recitals around the world. She has collaborated with many renowned conductors and orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Vienna Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. Blasi's talent and dedication to her craft have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1991, she was awarded the Bavarian Order of Merit for her contributions to the arts. She has also been awarded the Echo Klassik Award, the German Record Critics' Award, and the Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording. Blasi continues to perform and record, and she remains one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of her generation. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to bring out the beauty and emotion in the music she performs have made her a beloved figure in the world of opera and classical music.

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