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Mezzo-soprano - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia A mezzo-soprano (meaning "half soprano" in Italian) is a female singer with a range usually extending from the A below middle C to the A two octaves above (i.e. Mezzo-sopranos generally have a darker (or richer) vocal tone than sopranos, and their voice type sits between the soprano and the contralto. Some roles designated for soubrette sopranos are also often sung by mezzo sopranos. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mezzo-soprano   (429 words)

Soprano - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Two types of soprano especially dear to the French are the Dugazon and the Falcon, which are intermediate voice types between the soprano and the mezzo soprano: a Dugazon is a darker-colored soubrette, a Falcon a darker-colored soprano drammatico. The word "soprano" generally refers to a female singer of this highest vocal range and to her voice. Historically women were not allowed to sing in the Church, so the soprano roles were given to young boys, and later to castrati, who were men whose larynxes had been fixed in a pre-adolescent state through the process of castration. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Soprano   (497 words)

Mezzo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Mezzo Mix, a beverage sold by Coca-Cola in Germany and Austria. Mezzo DSA, a 2003 anime series, the sequel to the Mezzo Forte anime movie. This is a disambiguation page: a list of articles associated with the same title. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mezzo   (107 words)

Mezzo Soprano A female voice similar in range to a soprano, but with a darker color and the ability to extend the range lower than a regular soprano. The female voice range between soprano and alto. www.music.vt.edu /musicdictionary/textm/MezzoSoprano.html   (34 words)

Donna Olson, Mezzo Soprano Soprano Lori Decter Purcell sang the role of Fiordiligi with a consummate grace and power that was beautifully matched by mezzo soprano Donna Olson as Dorabella." Also singing well is mezzo soprano Donna Olson who sings Violetta's sometime friend Flora with a lush tone and lots of frivolous intensity. It would be hard to distinguish between the vocal richness of mezzo soprano Donna Olson as Dorabella and soprano Lori Decter Purcell as Fiordiligi, they are so similar in timbre. www.singdonna.com /reviews.htm   (1125 words)

Susanne Mentzer: American Mezzo-soprano American mezzo soprano Susanne Mentzer is best known for her portrayals of the But for the past couple of years she has been singing the skirted mezzo roles of the repertory more often. In recent seasons, Susanne Mentzer, who started her career singing the lyric mezzo roles of grand opera, has been doing "new" things. www.ffaire.com /mentzer/mentzer2a.html   (563 words)

jennifer rivera, mezzo-soprano press The young mezzo soprano is physically perfect for the role: She has an inner joy that produces the wide-eyed gasps, incorrigible snickers, and wiry body movements an "enfant terrible" deserves. "with her rich mezzo soprano and exciting stage presence, she displayed an impressive command of this role". How could you not, when the dusky toned mezzo soprano Jennifer Rivera portrayed the role with such adolescent charm. www.jenniferrivera.com /press.html   (1158 words)

Sheet Music Plus - Arias For Mezzo-Soprano Leo Delibes: Sous Le Dome Epais (Duet From 'Lakme') For mezzo soprano voice... Various: The Ultimate Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Aria Album For mezzo soprano/alto voice and piano... Coloratura Arias for Soprano For soprano voice solo and piano... www.sheetmusicplus.com /a/item.html?id=78845&item=3182144   (412 words)

ANNA TONNA, Mezzo-Soprano "Mezzo soprano Anna Tonna as Rosina displayed brilliant coloratura in the upper register and a clear, darkly beautiful lower register in her opening aria "Una voce poco fa". In their closing duet, mezzo Anna Tonna and the beautiful soprano, Ana Camelia Stefanescu, a Modigliani portrait come to life, merged soaring intensity and caressing 'bel canto' in a perfection that would proudly grace any of the world's great opera houses." "Mezzo Anna Tonna rose to the challenge of her Act II aria with firmness and force." www.annatonna.com /reviews.html   (497 words)

Michèle Bogdanowicz - Mezzo-Soprano is poised to take a commanding place among the young sopranos of her generation. In the summer of 2005, she was chosen for the prestigious Merola Program of the San Francisco Opera where she had a resounding success as Susanna in LE NOZZE DI FIGARO. m_bogdanowicz.tripod.com   (262 words)

mezzo-soprano The three basic types of solo soprano are... soprano - soprano [Ital.,=above], female voice of highest pitch. Giulia Grisi - Grisi, Giulia, 1811–69, Italian operatic soprano. www.factmonster.com /ce6/ent/A0916215.html   (97 words)

MEC&A: Virginia Dupuy - Mezzo Soprano "Virginia Dupuy has a lovely mezzo soprano voice, wide ranging and darkly rich in timbre. "Mezzo Virginia Dupuy of Southern Methodist University, who sang the Mozart "Requiem" with Atlanta Ballet in March, has recorded all the published songs of Alma Schindler, written before she married Mahler in 1902. The New York Times praised her "firm and glowing Mezzo" and "authoritative poise." Known for her versatility, Virginia Dupuy has sung roles in Amahl and the Night Visitors, Die Zauberflöte, Gianni Schicchi andCavalleria Rusticana. www.mec-sing.com /virginia.html   (1813 words)

MEC&A: Wendy Hillhouse - Mezzo Soprano Mezzo Soprano Wendy Hillhouse has achieved a rare versatility and mastery of diverse repertoire performances. Hillhouse's rich mezzo shone in both lyrical passages and in wide, leaping figures that matched the surprising turns in the text." Hillhouse has a mezzo voice of unusual power and flexibility, and this composition gave her ample opportunity to exploit these qualities." Sherman Spencer, THE RECORD, 11/13/98 www.mec-sing.com /wendy.html   (1978 words)

Soprano and Mezzo Soprano Duo Forthcoming projects include a summer open air concert in Chichester at which she is delighted to be guest soprano. Most recently she has been involved in concert and wedding engagements both as a soloist and as a part of ‘Cantata’. Hilary has been involved in theatre and music from an early age, first appearing as a florescent fairy in a junior dance troupe, in a production of Beauty and the Beast. www.mobilediscos.co.uk /soprano_and_mezzo_soprano_duo.htm   (374 words)

Marion Newman    Mezzo Soprano Mezzo Soprano Marion Newman and Soprano Tracy Smith Bessette were the featured soloists. But the most memorable performances of the evening belonged to baritone Andrew Tees (Escamillo) and mezzo Marion Newman (Carmen), both gifted with excellent voices and impressive stage presences. Marion will perform a concert of great Lieder, with Anne Grimm, soprano. homepage.mac.com /marionandcam/Sites/marionnewman   (713 words)

Sheet Music Plus - The First Book of Broadway Solos - Mezzo-Soprano (Book only) The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology - Volume 1 Revised - Mezzo Soprano For mezzo soprano voice and piano... The First Book of Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Solos (Book/CDs) For mezzo soprano voice solo... The First Book of Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Solos (Book Only) For mezzo soprano voice solo... www.sheetmusicplus.com /a/item.html?id=78845&item=2974109   (282 words)

Amazon.com: Arias for Mezzo-Soprano (G. Schirmer Opera Anthology): Books: Robert L. Larsen If you are calling yourself a mezzo soprano but you don't have this book, you are not doing yourself any favors. Coloratura Arias for Soprano (G Schirmer Opera Anthology Series) by R. Arias for Soprano (G. Schrimer Opera Anthology) by Robert L. Larsen www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0793504015?v=glance   (759 words)

Andrea Kovago Lyric Mezzo-Soprano Opera Singer --- Official Site This performance employs a festival Chorus and Orchestra of over 100 musicians and soloists Anne Benner Storlie (soprano), Andrea Kovago (mezzo soprano), Justin Montigne (tenor) and Roy Kallemeyn (baritone). www.andreakovago.com   (359 words)

Anamer Castrello, Mezzo-Soprano - Selected Reviews "Mezzo Ana Castrello's authentic stage presence and deep, earthy tones made her a standout as the fatalistic grandmother." The Washington Post, March 2, 1998 www.acastrello.org /reviews.html   (340 words)

Stephanie Prewitt, Mezzo soprano - Alto Stephanie Prewitt's mezzo performances communicated beautifully with a wide range of expression aided by her superb voice. If you enjoy fine singing, you need to hear this woman sing. stephanieprewitt.com   (78 words)

REVIEWS: Cherry Duke, mezzo-soprano "The most remarkable of the five [soloists] was mezzo Cherry Duke, who stepped in at the last minute...Duke learned the piece in a day or two, but her radiant, confident performance gave no hint of any of that." "Mezzo Cherry Duke recalled Anne Sofie von Otter with her reserved but passionate aria from Handel's Giulio Cesare..." www.cherryduke.com /reviews.htm   (470 words)

Jane Dutton, Mezzo-Soprano "Jane Dutton, a Mezzo with a bright soprano timbre made an impressive debut as Elizabeth's confidante (and rival) Sarah. "As the androgynous Prince Orlofsky, Jane Dutton contributed a Mezzo voice with excellent musical projection…" At others, the mezzo overwhelmed us with the ecstasy of the music." www.janicemayer.com /dutton/acclaim.htm   (912 words)

eBay - mezzo soprano, Sheet Music, Song Books, CDs items on eBay.com Sieber - 36 eight measure vocalises mezzo soprano /v112 First Book of Mezzo Soprano Solos by Boytim (1991) First Book of Broadway Solos Mezzo Soprano With CD search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=mezzo+soprano&newu=1&...   (398 words)

sm188514359 Mine again [mezzo soprano] / by William M. Hutchison. hdl.loc.gov /loc.music/sm1885.14359   (17 words)

Adria Firestone. Performance Coach: mezzo soprano I was even more impressed than I had expected to be...Not only does she have the ravishingly good looks and slim figure to suit her for such roles to perfection, but she has a powerful, silky smooth mezzo which she uses with great skill and musicality.(Dalila) And she has a big, rich, subtly expressive voice that she uses with comparable versatility. www.adriafirestone.com /speaker   (1763 words)

Wanda Brister, Mezzo-Soprano - Press "'...Parto, Parto,' one of the most challenging arias in the lyric mezzo repertoire. www.wandabrister.com /press.htm   (236 words)

Opera Mezzo-Soprano Frederica von Stade one of the great Sopranos, Singers and divas of the music world Opera Mezzo-Soprano Frederica von Stade one of the great Sopranos, Singers and divas of the music world Recognized as one of the most beloved musical figures of our time, Frederica von Stade has enriched the world of classical music for three decades with her appearances in opera, concert, and recital. www.fredericavonstade.com   (202 words)

Margaret McDonald (Mezzo Soprano) international concert and opera singer Margaret McDonald (Mezzo Soprano) international concert and opera singer She now combines her role as a vocal tutor at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama with a highly successful operatic and concert career which, to date, has encompassed a varied and impressive range of performances and commitments.. Originally from Grimsby, Margaret studied at the Royal Northern College of Music where she was awarded both the Curtis Gold Medal and the Elsie Sykes Fellowship. www.margaret-mcdonald.cwc.net   (96 words)

NPR : Mezzo-soprano Highlights Lesser-Known Pieces Weekend Edition - Saturday, January 31, 2004 · American mezzo-soprano Lorraine Hunt Lieberson has taken an unconventional career path. She's not singing the big roles at the Metropolitan Opera that are every soprano's dream. Nor is she preparing a crossover album of classic pop tunes. www.npr.org /templates/story/story.php?storyId=1626138   (158 words)

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