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Marilyn Horne
Mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne (1934), one of the most beloved artists America has ever produced, memorably demonstrated her vocal prowess at Lyric. Having debuted in the company's first world premiere, The Harvest, she went on to star in operas by Rossini, Handel, and Verdi, all closely associated with her. Triumphant in every major opera house and concert hall, she displayed a total command of her phenomenal instrument, matchless musicianship, and incomparable stylistic flair that combined to make her a true legend of singing.
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Marilyn Horne
Barry Morell (Mark) and Marilyn Horne (Lora) in The Harvest, 1961.
Photo: Nancy Sorensen
Geraint Evans (Lem), Barry Morell (Mark), Marilyn Horne (Lora), and William Wildermann (Sam) in The Harvest,1961.
Photo: Nancy Sorensen
Joan Sutherland (Semiramide) and Marilyn Horne (Arsace), 1971.
Photo: David H. Fishman
Hermann Prey (Figaro) and Marilyn Horne (Rosina) in Il barbiere di Siviglia, 1971.
Photo: David H. Fishman
Marilyn Horne in recital.
Marilyn Horne (Tancredi) and Lella Cuberli (Amenaide) in Tancredi, 1988/89 season.
Photo: Tony Romano
Marilyn Horne's roles at Lyric
Main Photo: Marilyn Horne in Tancredi, 1988/89 season. Photo by Tony Romano.
Audio Photo: Marilyn Horne in Orlando, 1986. Photo by Tony Romano.