Birgit Nilsson
Swedish dramatic soprano (1918–2005) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Not to be confused with Brigitte Nielsen.
Märta Birgit Nilsson (17 May 1918 – 25 December 2005) was a Swedish dramatic soprano. Although she sang a wide repertoire of operatic and vocal works, Nilsson was best known for her performances in the operas of Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss.[5] Her voice was noted for its overwhelming force, bountiful reserves of power, and the gleaming brilliance and clarity in the upper register.
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Born | (1918-05-17)17 May 1918[1] Västra Karup, Skåne, Sweden |
Died | 25 December 2005(2005-12-25) (aged 87)[2] Kristianstad, Skåne, Sweden |
Education | Royal Swedish Academy of Music |
Occupation | Wagnerian soprano |
Years active | 1946–1984 |
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