One of the most famous American opera singers of all time, coloratura soprano Beverly Sills, died last night of lung cancer in her home in Manhattan at the age of 78. She rose to fame in the 1950's and retired in 1980, but still remained active in the opera world. Ms. Sills was probably just about every coloratura soprano's idol, as her interpretations of all the best coloratura roles set the standard by which people now define the roles. Manon, Lucia, Rosina, Baby Doe, Violetta, and even some heavier roles...the list could go on and on. Apparently, she was also a wonderful person, and was nicknamed Bubbles.
The world will remember you always Bubbles. That wonderful, silvery, agile voice of yours will be forever listened to by aspiring coloratura sopranos like myself.
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