The mezzo-soprano Elina Garanča is an international opera brand name. The brightest of the new stars, she has performed in opera theaters all around the world.
She has received popular acclaim for her beautiful voice, intelligent musical interpretation and compelling stage portrayals. Elīna Garanča has been granted best singer awards in both Europe and the United States: the ECHO Klassik 2009 Singer of the Year award, the Musical America Award 2010 – Vocalist of the Year and MIDEM Classic Awards 2010 – Singer of the Year.
The New York Sun wrote in January of 2008: “Ms. Garanča has all the goods: musicality, technique, voice, confidence, smarts, dramatic range – and movie-star looks. She practically defines ‘can’t miss.’ And in her Met debut on Saturday night, she did not miss...”
