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List of famous female opera singers, listed by their level of prominence with photos when available. This greatest female opera singers list contains the most prominent and top females known for being opera singers. Here are also <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/famous-male-opera-singers/reference">famous male opera singers</a> and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/operatic-pop-bands-and-musicians/reference">popular operatic pop artists and bands</a>. There are thousand of females working as opera singers in the world, but this list highlights only the most notable ones. Historic opera singers have worked hard to become the best that they can be, so if you're a female aspiring to be a opera singer then the people below should give you inspiration.This list below has everything from Joan Sutherland&nbsp;to Ren&eacute;e Fleming.While this isn't a list of all female opera singers, it does answer the questions &quot;Who are the most famous female opera singers?&quot; and &quot;Who are the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-female-opera-singers/bustermcdermott?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best female opera singers</a>?&quot;

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This list of the most notable and famous opera singers in the world includes photos, when available. The greatest opera singers worldwide and top opera singers in America can be found on this list, ordered by their level of prominence. If you're looking for only <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/famous-female-opera-singers/reference">famous female opera singers</a>, we have that as well. From reputable opera singers to the lesser known opera singers in history and today, these are the top opera singers in the music world, of any voice - including famous soprano singers, baritones, and tenors.Who are the most famous opera singers in the world? You've likely heard of modern opera singers like Pl&aacute;cido Domingo and Andrea&nbsp;Bocelli, but you'll also find countless other popular opera singers and opera music artists&nbsp;below, from all different eras.&nbsp;If you can't get enough opera, be sure to check out these lists of&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/giuseppe-verdi-operas/reference">Verdi operas</a>, <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/gioacchino-rossini-operas/reference">Rossini operas</a>, and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/giacomo-puccini-operas/reference">Puccini operas</a>&nbsp;to get your opera fix.

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List of famous television actors/actresses who were born in New Zealand, with photos when available. These renowned New Zealand <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-film-actors-and-actresses-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">actors and actresses</a> are listed by popularity, so the names at the top of the list will be the most recognizable. A few of these actors may not have technically been born in New Zealand, but everyone on this list grew up in New Zealand and considers it to be their home. This list includes New Zealand TV actors from every type of show, including cartoons where they might have done voice over work. If you grew up in New Zealand then you should be proud of these television actors whose birthplace is New Zealand. Various bits of information are available for these <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-people-from-new-zealand/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">New Zealand celebrities</a> as well, such as what year they were born and what shows they are known for. The list you're viewing has a variety of TV actors, like Russell Crowe and Lucy Lawless, in it.This list answers the questions, "Which TV actors are from New Zealand?" and "Who are the most <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/film-actors-from-new-zealand/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">famous New Zealand actors</a>?"

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Kiri Te Kanawa

Dame Kiri Jeanette Claire Te Kanawa   (; born Claire Mary Teresa Rawstron, 6 March 1944) is a New Zealand soprano. She has a full lyric soprano voice, which has been described as "mellow yet vibrant, warm, ample and unforced".Te Kanawa has received accolades in many countries, singing a wide array of works in many languages dating from the 17th to the 20th centuries. She is particularly associated with the works of Mozart, Strauss, Verdi, Handel and Puccini, and has found considerable success in portraying princesses, nobility, and other similar characters on stage.Though she rarely sang opera later in her career, Te Kanawa frequently performed in concert and recital, gave masterclasses, and supported young opera singers in launching their careers. Her final performance was in Ballarat, Australia, in October 2016, but she did not reveal her retirement until September 2017.

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List of the <a href="https://groovyhistory.com/top-100-female-solo-singers" target="_blank">best female singers</a> of all time, ranked by music fans and casual critics like you. Who are the greatest female vocalists ever? This list includes all the famous female singers from Aretha Franklin to Stevie Nicks to Christina Perri &ndash; those great women in music who have topped the charts for decades, and perhaps landed them a Rolling Stone&nbsp;cover or two. Both solo singers and famous frontwomen in bands are among those on this list, as it is their voices to focus on here, not just their careers.&nbsp;From the celebrated divas of the old guard, to the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-famous-singers-right-now/celebrity-lists?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">most popular artists</a> of today, this list aims to celebrate the women whose powerful songs and strong live presence have earned them their spot in history.&nbsp;

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This list of the top&nbsp;female singers are both living, like Adele and Madonna, and long gone, like Nico and Amy Winehouse, though their albums and singles continue to sell to loyal and new audiences, be they American or located elsewhere in the world. Vote up those great female voices you think should be at the top of the list, and vote down those who you think come in a bit flat. Click &quot;rerank&quot; to make a list of your own!

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When a soprano sings, it is so elegant, yet powerful, that it’s hard to imagine anything sounding more incredible. Soprano is the highest of the four standard singing voices. It is a rare ability to not only have the talent to become an opera singer, but to also have such a high singing range. Sopranos are highly sought after and are some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-female-singer-of-the-year?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">most famous female singers</a> in history – and true divas in the world of opera. Who are the best sopranos of all time?&nbsp;The greatest sopranos of all time are featured on this list, and all had such unique voices that they have helped shape opera as we know it.This list has been ranked by the community and includes the best sopranos of all time such as&nbsp;Maria Callas, Joan Sutherland, Victoria De Los Angeles, Leontyne Price, Birgit Nilsson, Montserrat Caball&eacute;, Lucia Popp, and Margaret Price.Vote up the best sopranos of all time below, or add the opera singing soprano you think is the greatest if she isn't already on the list.

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Opera isn’t a genre with which the average person is very familiar. In modern entertainment, opera and theatrical drama has drawn smaller audiences than it once did years ago. However, opera can be a beautiful experience, there’s nothing quite the raw power of the skilled human voice filling an entire room, communicating <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-romance-drama-movies/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">drama and romance</a>. It takes an incredibly well-trained voice to sing opera, but the musicians on this list have mastered the craft.Who are the best opera <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/rolling-stones_-100-greatest-vocalists-of-all-time/rolling-stone-lists?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">singers of all time</a>?&nbsp;The opera singers on this list are history’s all time best performers. They come from a variety of backgrounds and time periods, but the effect they had on the world of music and opera is incredible. An opera singer is a finely-tuned, highly skilled musician who has a unique, powerful voice, and can deliver a breathtaking live performance.This list features the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/notable-opera-singer_s)/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best opera singers</a> in the world's history, ranked by the community. Some of <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-operas/bustermcdermott?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the great opera</a> singers on this list include Luciano Pavarotti, Andrea Bocelli, Maria Callas, Pl&aacute;cido Domingo, and Mario Lanza. Vote up the best opera singers in history below, or add a talented opera singer who isn't already on the list.

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While opera isn't the most popular for of modern entertainment, it is still a significant cultural staple in many countries, and can be an incredibly moving experience. An opera singer is skilled in the art of singing, acting, and most importantly, projecting their voice in a powerful way to a live audience, filling the entire theatre with music. <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-female-opera-singers/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Female opera singers</a> can hit the high notes with ease.Who are the best female opera singers of all time?&nbsp;The talented women featured on this list have made a significant impact in the world of opera, and are incredibly talented. Female opera singers are usually sopranos or altos. If you’re interested in opera and want to see these female singers in action, but can't afford to attend, there are many operas available on DVD as well.The greatest female opera singers on this list include Maria Callas, Renee Fleming, and Anna Gottlieb. Vote up the best of the best below or add the top female opera singers you think are the best if they aren't already on the list.

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