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Liesbeth Devos is a Belgian soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born in 1980 in the city of Ghent, Devos showed an early interest in music and began singing in choirs at a young age. She went on to study at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, where she received a degree in vocal performance. Devos made her professional debut in 2004, when she was chosen to sing the role of Zerlina in Mozart's Don Giovanni at the Théâtre Royal de la Monnaie in Brussels. The performance was a critical success, and Devos was praised for her clear, bright voice and her ability to convey emotion through her singing. Over the next few years, Devos continued to perform in a variety of operas and concerts throughout Europe. She sang the role of Susanna in Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro at the Opéra de Lyon in France, and she performed in Handel's Messiah with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment in London. In 2008, she was invited to sing at the Salzburg Festival in Austria, one of the most prestigious classical music festivals in the world. Devos has also been recognized for her talent with several awards and honors. In 2006, she won the International Mozart Competition in Salzburg, which is dedicated to the music of Mozart and his contemporaries. She was also a finalist in the Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels in 2008, which is one of the most prestigious competitions for classical singers. One of Devos's most notable performances came in 2010, when she sang the role of Pamina in Mozart's The Magic Flute at the Opéra de Paris. The production was directed by Robert Carsen and was widely praised for its innovative staging and powerful performances. Devos's portrayal of Pamina was particularly well-received, and she was praised for her ability to convey the character's vulnerability and strength. In addition to her work in opera, Devos has also performed in concerts and recitals. She has sung with the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, the Orchestre National de Lille, and the Brussels Philharmonic, among others. She has also given recitals at venues such as the Wigmore Hall in London and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Devos's repertoire is wide-ranging, and she has sung works by composers such as Mozart, Handel, Bach, Schubert, and Debussy. She is known for her clear, pure voice and her ability to convey emotion through her singing. She is also praised for her stage presence and her ability to connect with audiences. In recent years, Devos has continued to perform and record. She released an album of Schubert lieder in 2015, which was well-received by critics. She has also continued to perform in operas, including a production of Mozart's Così fan tutte at the Opéra de Paris in 2017. Overall, Liesbeth Devos is a talented and accomplished soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. With her clear, pure voice and her ability to convey emotion through her singing, she has won over audiences and critics alike. Her performances in operas and concerts have been widely praised, and she has received several awards and honors for her talent. As she continues to perform and record, it is clear that Devos will remain a major figure in the world of classical music for years to come.

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