Marchesi, Blanche
Marchesi, Blanche (b Paris, 1863; d London, 1940). Fr. soprano, daughter of Mathilde Marchesi. Concert début Berlin 1895, operatic début Prague 1900 (Brünnhilde in Die Walküre). Joined Moody-Manners co. Sang Wagner roles at CG from 1902, toured USA (twice), Russ., and Eur. Settled in London to teach.
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