Iréne Theorin

Iréne Theorin is a powerhouse Swedish soprano who’s become one of opera’s most sought-after Wagnerian voices. Born in Stockholm, she trained at the city’s Royal College of Music before launching a career that’s taken her to iconic stages like the Bayreuth Festival, Metropolitan Opera, and Royal Opera House. Known for her blazing intensity and vocal stamina, Theorin has made signature roles out of Wagner’s toughest heroines—think Brünnhilde in *Die Walküre* (as heard in that fiery live recording) and the lovestruck Isolde in *Tristan und Isolde*.

When she’s not conquering epic operas, Theorin balances her stage work with concert performances and teaching. Critics rave about her ability to marry technical precision with raw emotional power—a skill that’s made her live recordings, like the 2009 *Tristan* capture, essential listening for opera buffs. Whether she’s wielding a spear or breaking hearts, Theorin remains a modern-day Valkyrie of the opera world.

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