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Adele Leigh was a renowned British soprano who made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on June 20, 1928, in Manchester, England, Adele was the daughter of a music teacher and a pianist. Her parents recognized her musical talent at an early age and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Adele began her musical training at the Royal Manchester College of Music, where she studied under the guidance of renowned vocal coach Frederic Cox. She made her professional debut in 1946, at the age of 18, in a production of Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" at the Sadler's Wells Theatre in London. Her performance was well-received, and she soon became a sought-after soprano in the British opera scene. In 1950, Adele made her debut at the Royal Opera House in London, where she played the role of Pamina in Mozart's "The Magic Flute." Her performance was widely praised, and she quickly became a favorite among audiences and critics alike. Over the next few years, Adele continued to perform in various productions at the Royal Opera House, including "La Traviata," "Don Giovanni," and "The Barber of Seville." In 1953, Adele made her debut at the Glyndebourne Festival Opera, where she played the role of Susanna in Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro." Her performance was a huge success, and she soon became a regular performer at the festival. Over the next few years, Adele performed in several productions at Glyndebourne, including "The Magic Flute," "Don Giovanni," and "The Barber of Seville." In 1955, Adele made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, where she played the role of Zerlina in Mozart's "Don Giovanni." Her performance was well-received, and she soon became a regular performer at the Met. Over the next few years, Adele performed in several productions at the Met, including "La Traviata," "The Magic Flute," and "The Barber of Seville." In 1957, Adele was awarded the prestigious Order of the British Empire for her services to music. The same year, she made her debut at the Salzburg Festival in Austria, where she played the role of Susanna in Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro." Her performance was a huge success, and she soon became a regular performer at the festival. In 1960, Adele made her debut at the Covent Garden Opera in London, where she played the role of Violetta in Verdi's "La Traviata." Her performance was widely praised, and she soon became a favorite among audiences and critics alike. Over the next few years, Adele continued to perform in various productions at Covent Garden, including "The Magic Flute," "Don Giovanni," and "The Barber of Seville." In 1962, Adele was awarded the title of Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire for her services to music. The same year, she made her debut at the Paris Opera, where she played the role of Susanna in Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro." Her performance was a huge success, and she soon became a regular performer at the opera. In 1965, Adele retired from the opera stage and began teaching at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Over the next few years, she trained several young singers who went on to become successful opera performers. In 1978, Adele was awarded the Queen's Silver Jubilee Medal for her services to music. Adele Leigh passed away on July 11, 2004, at the age of 76. She left behind a legacy as one of the greatest sopranos of her time, and her contributions to the world of classical music will always be remembered.

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