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Soprano Dame Felicity Lott dies aged 79

Soprano Dame Felicity Lott dies aged 79

Summary

Dame Felicity Lott, a famous British soprano, died at age 79 on May 15. She had a long international singing career and recently revealed she had terminal cancer.

Key Facts

  • Dame Felicity Lott was a well-known British opera singer.
  • She died at age 79 on May 15 after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
  • She performed music by composers like Richard Strauss, Schubert, and Mozart.
  • Her career lasted about 40 years, including many opera and concert performances worldwide.
  • She studied at the Royal Academy of Music and made her opera debut in 1975.
  • She was honored with a damehood in 1996 and France’s Légion d'Honneur award.
  • Dame Felicity played piano from age 5 and sang and played violin by age 12.
  • She was praised for her musical skill as well as her kindness and grace.
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