Dame Kiri Te Kanawa

New Zealand

English, Italian, German, French

Classical

Classical themes, operatic drama

Multiple classical albums

Shot to fame in 1971 with debut as Countess in Le Nozze De Figaro at Royal Opera House, founded Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation

None primarily

Dame Commander of the British Empire, multiple opera awards

Leading opera singer of her generation

Operatic ensemble harmonies

Elegant operatic stage presence

Opera Singer

Primarily interpreter of classical works

Classical conservatory training

1968-Present