Historical FigureFemale
Marcelina Sembrich-Kochańska
1858 – 1935
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryPrakseda Marcelina Kochańska, known professionally as Marcella Sembrich, was a Polish dramatic coloratura soprano. She is known for her extensive range of two and a half octaves, precise intonation, charm, portamento, vocal fluidity, and impressive coloratura. Her voice was regarded as flute-like and pure. She had an international singing career, chiefly at the New York Metropolitan Opera and the Royal Opera House, in London.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
February 15, 1858
Vyshnivchyk
Date of death
January 11, 1935
New York City
Citizenship
Poland · United States
Occupations & fields
pianistopera singermusic educatorviolinist
- Field and occupation
- Polská operní pěvkyně (soprán).
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