Elīna Garanča

Latvian soprano with operatic acclaim

Elīna Garanča - Latvian soprano with operatic acclaim
Born

September 16th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Latvia

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Born in Latvia, a celebrated soprano gained recognition in the world of opera. Studied at the Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music. Achieved significant success with performances at renowned opera houses, including the Vienna State Opera and the Metropolitan Opera. Garanča's vocal artistry and interpretation of roles have been highlighted in major productions, marking contributions to the operatic repertoire.

Performed at the Vienna State Opera

Starred in productions at the Metropolitan Opera

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