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Kathleen Deanna Battle (born August 13, 1948) is an American operatic soprano known for her distinctive vocal range and tone. Born in Portsmouth, Ohio, Battle initially became known for her work within the concert repertoire through performances with major orchestras during the early and mid-1970s. She made her opera debut in 1975.
Kathleen Battle is an American opera singer, among the finest coloratura sopranos of her time. As a child and young adult Battle was both a good student and a good singer. She was awarded a scholarship to the University of Cincinnati College–Conservatory of Music in Ohio, where she earned.
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Apr 5, 2016 · The opera singer Kathleen Battle is set to return to the Metropolitan Opera — 22 years after she was famously dismissed for "unprofessional actions."
May 13, 2024 · The soprano returned to the Met after a long absence, accompanied by harp and guitar. She sang songs from Purcell, Handel, Schubert, Villa-Lobos and more, revealing glimpses of her former voice and her diva personality.
Mar 18, 2024 · NEW YORK (AP) — Soprano Kathleen Battle is returning to the Metropolitan Opera for a recital three decades after the company fired her and publicly accused her of “unprofessional actions” following a verbal confrontation.
May 13, 2024 · Watch the video of the US soprano's unprompted return to the Metropolitan Opera in 2024, where she sang Purcell and Gershwin. Read Tim Page's review of her performance and the audience's reaction.
Mar 18, 2024 · New York, NY (March 18, 2024)— Soprano Kathleen Battle returns to the Met for a special concert program on Sunday, May 12 at 5PM, her first appearance at the Met since her historic concert in 2016 highlighting music of the Underground Railroad.
