Montserrat Caballé

Montserrat Caballé, the legendary Spanish soprano with a voice as powerful as it was delicate, was opera royalty. Born in Barcelona in 1933, she earned the nickname “La Superba” for her jaw-dropping control and crystalline tone, conquering stages from Milan’s La Scala to New York’s Metropolitan Opera. Though she rocked everything from bel canto fireworks to Verdi’s dramatic heroines, she also had a soft spot for Spanish zarzuelas (light operas), showcasing her roots. Fun fact: She even teamed up with Queen’s Freddie Mercury for the 1992 Olympics anthem “Barcelona,” blending opera and rock like a boss.

Beyond the spotlight, Caballé was a powerhouse of kindness, using her fame to champion humanitarian causes, especially for kids. Her recordings—like *Turandot* or *Montserrat Caballé Sings Verdi*—are masterclasses in vocal magic, while collabs with pals like Plácido Domingo (*Tesoros de la Música*) prove she loved sharing the mic. Even after her 2018 passing, her voice remains a gold standard for opera newbies and die-hards alike. La Superba forever! 🎭

Genres

Opera

Latest Release

Turandot

Giacomo Puccini•

Birgit Nilsson•

Montserrat Caballé•

Fernando Previtali

Album - 26 Tracks - Released July 1, 2022