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Polish musician (1870-1942)
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2014-08-25 20:36:17
International Polish mezzo dies, aged 81
We have been informed of the death of Barbara Miszel Giardini, a celebrated mezzo-soprano in major European opera houses. Here is an obituary by Breandáin O’Shea, in Berlin. Last week saw the passing of a modest diva, the great Polish singer, Barbara Miszel Giardini. The mezzo-soprano was celebrated in opera houses across Europe for her interpretation of roles as diverse as Bizet’s Carmen, the title role in Rossini’s “La Cenerentola,” or as Judith, in Honneger’s renowned work of the same name. The few recordings that exist of this exceptional singer bear witness to the warmth and beauty of her voice, as well as her great artistry. Opera critics often noted the exquisiteness of Miszel Giardini’s voice, but also applauded her impeccable technique that enabled her not only to sing a broad dramatic repertoire with great intensity, but also to execute virtuosic coloratura passages with clarity […]
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