**Doris Soffel** is a celebrated German mezzo-soprano renowned for her rich, powerful voice and commanding stage presence. Born in Stuttgart, she built a decades-long career specializing in operatic roles and art songs, excelling in both dramatic and bel canto repertoire. Known for her versatility, she’s performed iconic roles in works by Wagner, Strauss, and Rossini (as heard in her live recording of *Mosè in Egitto*), while also championing German lieder, showcased in albums like *Reutter: Lieder* and *Doris Soffel Sings Lieder*. Her performances at major venues like the Metropolitan Opera, Bayreuth Festival, and La Scala solidified her status as a leading interpreter of dramatic mezzo roles.
Soffel’s recordings, including *Virtuoso Arias* and *Doris Soffel Sings Bel Canto*, highlight her technical precision and emotional depth. Though less active onstage in recent years, her legacy endures through her expansive discography and masterful contributions to opera and classical vocal music.
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