Maria Müller was a celebrated Czech-German operatic soprano whose career flourished in the early 20th century, particularly known for her powerful interpretations of Wagnerian heroines. Born in 1898 in Theresienstadt (now Terezín, Czech Republic), she trained in Prague and Vienna before making her operatic debut in 1919. Her rich, lyrical voice and dramatic presence made her a star at venues like the Metropolitan Opera and Bayreuth Festival, where she became synonymous with roles like Elsa in *Lohengrin* and Eva in *Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg*. Her recordings, including Wagner’s *Tannhäuser* conducted by Karl Elmendorff and standout moments from *Der Freischütz*, showcase her vocal agility and emotional depth. Though her career slowed post-WWII, her legacy endures through definitive performances that cemented her as one of the preeminent Wagner sopranos of her era.
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