Amy Shuard [SEP] voice type
Amy Shuard
Amy Shuard CBE (19 July 192418 April 1975) was an English operatic soprano renowned in such dramatic roles as Elektra, Turandot and Brünnhilde. She created both title roles in Janáček's "Káťa Kabanová" and "Jenůfa" in their respective British premieres. She has been described as "the best English dramatic soprano since Eva Turner" (her teacher).
Biography.
Shuard was born in London. After studying at the Trinity College of Music, she had lessons from Eva Turner. In 1948
in October 1963, then in 1966 as Elektra, 1968 as Turandot, and finally as Brünnhilde in "Götterdämmerung" in 1969.
Amy Shuard was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE). She died in 1975, aged 50.
Recordings.
Amy Shuard made only a few studio recordings, but there are many live recordings of her performances. A complete list can be found here.
Currently available recordings include:
- Hector Berlioz: "The Trojans", under Rafael