The Essential Angela Gheorghiu
Romanian-born Gheorghiu is one of the most famous contemporary sopranos in the world. An intense and passionate stage actress, she is particular noted for her performances in the operas of Verdi and Puccini.
The daughter of a train driver, Angela sang opera music from a very early age. She studied singing at the Bucharest Music Academy from the age of 13 and after her graduation she sought an international career as an opera singer. She made her professional debut as Mimi in 'La Bohème' in 1990 at the Cluj Opera.
The daughter of a train driver, Angela sang opera music from a very early age. She studied singing at the Bucharest Music Academy from the age of 13 and after her graduation she sought an international career as an opera singer. She made her professional debut as Mimi in 'La Bohème' in 1990 at the Cluj Opera.
In 1992 she made her international debut at Covent Garden as Zerlina in 'Don Giovanni'. In 1994, she was auditioned by the great conductor Sir Georg Solti for a new production of 'La Traviata' and it was her performance as Violetta that really led to international stardom.
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