Birgit Nilsson
Swedish dramatic soprano (1918–2005)
Died aged 87TaurusSweden
Biography
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. 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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Career highlights
Genres
- opera
Instruments
- voice
Awards & honours (9)
- Litteris et Artibus
- Léonie Sonning Music Prize
- Commander 1st class of the Order of Vasa
- Ingenio et arti
- Knight Grand Officer of the Order of Saint Olav
- Illis quorum
- Medal for the advancement of the musical arts
- Cross of Merit First Class of the Lower Saxony Order of Merit
- Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres
Quick answers about Birgit Nilsson
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- Birgit Nilsson died on December 25, 2005 at the age of 87.
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- Birgit Nilsson was born on May 17, 1918.
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- Birgit Nilsson was born in Västra Karup.
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- Birgit Nilsson's zodiac sign is Taurus.
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- Birgit Nilsson is a citizen of Sweden.
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- Birgit Nilsson is known as opera singer.
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