Birgit Nilsson Prize
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The Birgit Nilsson Prize is a prestigious classical music award established in 2009 by the foundation of the Swedish operatic soprano Birgit Nilsson. Awarded for outstanding achievements in classical music, the prize comes with a $1 million award.1
Birgit Nilsson (1918–2005) was celebrated for her powerful voice, particularly in Wagnerian roles. She performed at major opera houses worldwide, including the Royal Opera in Stockholm, Covent Garden in London, La Scala in Milan, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. Her notable roles included Isolde, Sieglinde, and Brünnhilde in Wagner's operas, as well as roles in works by Verdi, Puccini, and Richard Strauss.1
The first recipient of the Birgit Nilsson Prize in 2009 was the renowned tenor Plácido Domingo.1
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