joan sutherland
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Definition
Proper noun * Joan Sutherland: An Australian operatic soprano, celebrated as one of the most accomplished and influential singers of the 20th century. She was renowned for her exceptional vocal range, agility, and mastery of the bel canto repertoire.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The performance of 'Lucia di Lammermoor' featured the legendary Joan Sutherland in the title role.
- Many young sopranos study the recordings of Joan Sutherland to learn bel canto technique.
Advanced Usage
- "The Sutherland voice": A term sometimes used to describe a soprano voice of remarkable power, flexibility, and purity, reminiscent of Joan Sutherland's signature sound.
- The critic noted the emerging singer possessed "the Sutherland voice," with its dazzling coloratura.
Variants and Related Words
- Dame Joan Sutherland: The formal title reflecting her appointment as a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE).
- Dame Joan Sutherland was honored for her services to the arts.
Synonyms
- Prima donna: A leading female singer in an opera company. (While a general term, it aptly describes her status.)
- Diva: A distinguished female opera singer. (This captures her legendary and celebrated stature.)
Related Idioms and Phrases
- A voice of a generation: An idiom describing an artist whose talent defines their era. Joan Sutherland is frequently described this way.
- With her technical perfection, she was considered a voice of a generation.
Noun
- Australian operatic soprano (born in 1926)