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June 13, 1973 in Boston, MA

 

Stacey Tappan is a renowned American soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on August 16, 1975, in Orange County, California, Tappan grew up in a family that was passionate about music. Her mother was a pianist, and her father was a singer, so it was only natural that Tappan would develop an interest in music at a young age. Tappan began her musical journey by taking piano lessons when she was just five years old. However, it was not until she was in high school that she discovered her love for singing. She joined the choir and started taking voice lessons, and soon realized that she had a natural talent for singing. After graduating from high school, Tappan attended California State University, Fullerton, where she earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance. She then went on to pursue a Master of Music degree in Vocal Performance at the University of California, Los Angeles. Tappan's career as a professional opera singer began in 2002 when she joined the Los Angeles Opera as a member of the Domingo-Thornton Young Artist Program. She made her debut with the company in the role of Papagena in Mozart's "The Magic Flute." This was the beginning of a long and successful career for Tappan. Over the years, Tappan has performed in some of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, including the Metropolitan Opera, the Royal Opera House in London, and the Paris Opera. She has also worked with some of the most renowned conductors and directors in the industry, including James Conlon, Plácido Domingo, and Robert Wilson. One of Tappan's most notable performances was in the role of Zerlina in Mozart's "Don Giovanni" at the Metropolitan Opera in 2011. Her performance was praised by critics, who described her voice as "radiant" and "effortlessly beautiful." She has also received critical acclaim for her performances in other roles, such as Pamina in "The Magic Flute" and Susanna in "The Marriage of Figaro." Tappan has also been recognized for her talent and hard work with several awards and honors. In 2006, she was awarded the Richard Tucker Career Grant, which is given to young American singers who show great promise in the field of opera. She was also a winner of the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions in 2001. In addition to her work as an opera singer, Tappan is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has taught voice at several universities and conservatories, including the University of California, Los Angeles, and the Aspen Music Festival and School. Tappan's success as an opera singer is a testament to her talent, hard work, and dedication to her craft. She continues to inspire and delight audiences around the world with her beautiful voice and captivating performances.

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