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Nicole Car is a renowned Australian soprano who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on August 23, 1986, in Sydney, Australia, Nicole grew up in a family that was passionate about music. Her father was a jazz musician, and her mother was a music teacher. Nicole's love for music was evident from a young age, and she began singing in choirs and performing in school musicals. Nicole's formal training in music began when she was 16 years old. She studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, where she received a Bachelor of Music degree in Voice Performance. During her time at the conservatory, Nicole was mentored by renowned Australian soprano Yvonne Kenny, who recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in opera. After completing her studies, Nicole began her professional career as a member of the Opera Australia chorus. She quickly caught the attention of the company's artistic director, who offered her a solo role in the production of La bohème. Nicole's performance was a huge success, and she was soon offered more leading roles in other productions. Nicole's breakthrough performance came in 2015 when she played the role of Mimi in La bohème at the Royal Opera House in London. Her performance was widely praised by critics, who described her voice as "rich and expressive" and her acting as "heartfelt and convincing." The production was also broadcast live in cinemas around the world, introducing Nicole to a global audience. Since then, Nicole has performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Paris Opera, and the Bavarian State Opera in Munich. She has also collaborated with some of the world's leading conductors, including Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Riccardo Muti. One of Nicole's most memorable performances was her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in 2018, where she played the role of Micaëla in Carmen. Her performance was once again praised by critics, who described her voice as "radiant" and her acting as "sensitive and nuanced." The production was also broadcast live in cinemas around the world, further cementing Nicole's reputation as one of the world's leading sopranos. Nicole's talent has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. In 2013, she won the prestigious Opera Foundation Australia Lady Fairfax New York Scholarship, which allowed her to study at the Juilliard School in New York. In 2014, she won the Helpmann Award for Best Female Performer in a Supporting Role for her performance in La bohème. In 2018, she was awarded the Green Room Award for Best Female Lead in an Opera for her performance in La traviata. In addition to her opera performances, Nicole is also a sought-after concert performer. She has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. She has also performed at some of the world's leading music festivals, including the BBC Proms and the Salzburg Festival. Nicole's recordings have also received critical acclaim. Her debut album, The Kiss, was released in 2016 and features a selection of arias and songs from the operatic repertoire. The album was praised for Nicole's "luminous voice" and "sensitive interpretation." Her second album, Heroines, was released in 2018 and features a selection of arias and songs from female characters in opera.

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