Historical FigureFemale
Birgit Nilssonová
1918 – 2005
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryMärta Birgit Nilsson 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.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
May 17, 1918
Västra Karup
Date of death
December 25, 2005
Bjärlöv
Citizenship
Sweden
Occupations & fields
opera singer
Awards & honours
Litteris et ArtibusLéonie Sonning Music PrizeMedal of MeritCommander 1st class of the Order of VasaIngenio et artiKnight Grand Officer of the Order of Saint Olav
- Field and occupation
- švédská operní pěvkyně
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