Lotte Lehmann
Lotte Lehmann
Charlotte "Lotte" Lehmannwas a German soprano who was especially associated with German repertory. She gave memorable performances in the operas of Richard Strauss, Richard Wagner, Ludwig van Beethoven, Puccini, Mozart, and Massenet. The Marschallin in Der Rosenkavalier, Sieglinde in Die Walküre and the title-role in Fidelio are considered her greatest roles. During her long career, Lehmann also made more than five hundred recordings. Her performances in the world of Lieder are considered among the best ever recorded...
NationalityGerman
ProfessionMusician
Date of Birth27 February 1888
CountryGermany
You have always given me more than I gave to you. You were the wings on which I soared.
Whenever I attempted to sing of love, it turned to pain. And again, when I tried to sing of pain, it turned to love. Thus were love and pain divided in me.
I had hoped you would protest, but please don't argue.