American-Born Greek Soprano Maria Callas Born On This Day in 1923 [ON-THIS-DAY]

American-born Greek soprano Maria Callas was born on this day in 1923 – 95 years ago

American-born Greek soprano Maria Callas was born on this day in 1923 – 95 years ago.

Dying in 1977, aged just 53, she is remembered as one of the most renowned and influential musicians of the 20th Century – praised internationally for her bel canto technique, wide-ranging voice and dramatic gifts.

MARIA CALLAS | BIZET | CARMEN | HABANERA | GEORGES PRÊTRE & NORTH GERMAN RADIO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA | 1962

The Very Best of Maria Callas |CD|

Maria Callas

Release Date: November 28, 2005

Warner Classics