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Dame Kiri Jeanette Claire Te Kanawa, [1] ONZ, CH, DBE, AC ( / ˈkɪri təˈkɑːnəwə /; [2] born Claire Mary Teresa Rawstron, 6 March 1944) is a New Zealand opera singer. She had a full lyric soprano voice, which has been described as "mellow yet vibrant, warm, ample and unforced". [3]
Kiri Te Kanawa (born March 6, 1944, Gisborne, North Island, New Zealand) is a New Zealand lyric soprano best known for her repertoire of works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Richard Strauss. As a five-week-old infant, she was adopted by Tom and Nell Te Kanawa and given the name Kiri.
Mar 18, 2024 · New Zealand's most famous soprano, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, has sung in public for the first time since she retired eight years ago. The impromptu performance came during a special celebration at...
Kiri te Kanawa sings O mio babbino caro from Gianni Schicchi composed by Giacomo Puccini.London Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Sir john Pritchard.Enjoy!
Jan 2, 2008 · Dame Kiri Te Kanawa sings "I Dreamed a Dream" from the musical "Les Misérables" by Claude-Michel Schönberg (1944- ) on a libretto by Alain Boublil.
Mar 6, 2024 · Celebrate the 80th birthday of the New Zealand operatic soprano with a look back at her life in style. See her iconic dresses from the stage and the red carpet, from Le Nozze de Figaro to the royal wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana.
Learn about the life and career of Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, one of the most famous sopranos in the world, who has performed in leading opera houses, concert venues and recorded albums. Discover her achievements, awards, roles and legacy in music and culture.
