Solomiya Krushelnytska
Solomiya Krushelnytska | |
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Соломія Крушельницька | |
| Born | September 23, 1872 |
| Died | November 16, 1952 (aged 80) |
| Resting place | Lychakiv Cemetery |
| Nationality | Austro-Hungary (until 1910), Italy (1910-1939), Soviet Union (after 1939) |
| Education | Walery Wysocki, Fausta Crespi |
| Alma mater | Lviv Conservatory |
| Known for | Operatic soprano |
| Spouse | Alfredo Cesare Augusto Riccioni |
| Awards | 1951 Merited Artist of Ukraine |
| Memorial(s) | Solomiya Krushelnytska Musical Memorial Museum in Lviv, Solomiya Krushelnytska Museum in Ternopil Oblast, the Solomiya Krushelnytska Lviv State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, Krushelnytska Monument in Ternopil, Solomiya Krushelnytska Streets in Kremenchuk , Kyiv , Lviv , and Ternopil |
| Website | salomeamuseum |
Solomiya Krushelnytska (Ukrainian: Соломія Амвро́сіївна Крушельницька; September 23 [O.S. September 11] 1872 – November 16, 1952) was a Ukrainian lyric-dramatic soprano, considered to be one of the brightest opera stars of the first half of the 20th century.
During her life, Krushelnytska was recognized as the most outstanding singer in the world. Among her numerous awards and distinctions, in particular, the title of "Wagner's diva" of the 20th century. She is credited with rescuing Puccini's Madama Butterfly from its failed debut at La Scala. The opera's re-creation in Brescia starring Krushlenytska received widespread acclaim. Singing with her on the same stage was considered an honor for Enrico Caruso, Titta Ruffo, Fedor Chaliapin. Italian composer Giacomo Puccini presented the singer with his portrait with the inscription "The most beautiful and charming Butterfly".