Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
German opera soprano (1915–2006)
1915 — 2006
Quick Facts
Profession
German opera soprano (1915–2006)
Born
December 9, 1915
Died
2006 (age ~91)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
opera singer, music educator
AustriaBorn in JarocinDied in Schruns
1915
Born in Jarocin (1915-12-09)
2006
Died in Schruns
About
Dame Olga Maria Elisabeth Friederike Schwarzkopf, was a German-born Austro-British lyric soprano. She was among the foremost singers of lieder, and is renowned for her performances of Viennese operetta, as well as the operas of Mozart, Wagner and Richard Strauss. After retiring from the stage, she was a voice teacher internationally. She is considered one of the greatest sopranos of the 20th century.
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Who is Elisabeth Schwarzkopf?+
Dame Olga Maria Elisabeth Friederike Schwarzkopf, was a German-born Austro-British lyric soprano. She was among the foremost singers of lieder, and is renowned for her performances of Viennese operetta, as well as the operas of Mozart, Wagner and Richard Strauss. After retiring from the stage, she w
What does the name Elisabeth mean?+
The name Elisabeth means "The mother of John the Baptist according to the Christian and Islamic scriptures. Etymology: The spelling of Elizabeth used in the Authorized Version of the New Testament. Borrowed from Ἐλισάβετ, a transliteration of t=my God is an oath.". It is of French origin.
When was Elisabeth Schwarzkopf born?+
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf was born on December 9, 1915.
When did Elisabeth Schwarzkopf die?+
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf died in 2006, at approximately 91 years of age.
Name Meaning
The mother of John the Baptist according to the Christian and Islamic scriptures. Etymology: The spelling of Elizabeth used in the Authorized Version of the New Testament. Borrowed from Ἐλισάβετ, a transliteration of t=my God is an oath.
The name Elisabeth is of French origin, meaning "The mother of John the Baptist according to the Christian and Islamic scriptures. Etymology: The spelling of Elizabeth used in the Authorized Version of the New Testament. Borrowed from Ἐλισάβετ, a transliteration of t=my God is an oath.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Elisabeth — December 9, 1915
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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