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Maria Callas Commendatore OMRI (born Maria Anna Cecilia Sofia Kalogeropoulos; December 2, 1923 – September 16, 1977) was an American-born Greek soprano who was one of the most renowned and influential opera singers of the 20th century.
Aug 26, 2019 · Maria Callas was an internationally renowned opera singer known for her celestial vocal range. Learn more about her life and career at Biography.com.
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Maria Callas, American-born Greek operatic soprano who revived classical coloratura roles in the mid-20th century with her lyrical and dramatic versatility. Callas was known especially for her intensely dramatic voice, her strong sense of theater, and her scrupulously high artistic standards.
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Dec 2, 2023 · The legendary – and controversial — soprano Maria Callas, who would have turned 100 on Dec. 2, continues to command attention. Of course opera fans remain enthralled, but Callas also appeals to...
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Nov 29, 2023 · Maria Callas Was Opera’s Defining Diva. She Still Is. Callas would have turned 100 on Dec. 2. She and her flash of a career remain beacons of artistic integrity and profundity. 403. By Zachary...
It's 100 years since the birth of the opera singer Maria Callas. How did she come to personify the diva – and what did it mean for her private life? This month marks the centenary of one of...
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