Grace Bumbry
American opera singer (1937-2023) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 86
Grace Melzia Bumbry was an American opera singer, considered one of the leading mezzo-sopranos of her generation, who also ventured to soprano roles.
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About this person
A pioneer among African-American classical singers, she gained international acclaim as Venus in Tannhäuser at the 1961 Bayreuth Festival, the first black singer to appear there.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1937 to 2023 · aged 86
