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ANNIE LOUISE CARY was born in Wayne, Maine
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ANNIE LOUISE CARY was born in Wayne, Maine
ANNIE LOUISE CARY was born in Wayne, Maine. In 1866, she went to Italy and studied in Milan with Giovanni Corsi until January 1868. That year, she made her debut in Italian opera as a profundo contralto in Copenhagen under the direction of Achille Lorini. The following summer was spent at Baden-Baden in study with Pauline Viardot, and in the autumn she began an engagement for Italian opera at Stockholm under the direction of Ferdinand Strakosch. she was engaged to sing at the Royal Swedish Opera, and sang her part in Italian to the Swedish of the other artists. The following summer she spent in Paris, studying with Giovanni Bottesini, a conductor and contra-bassist. In the autumn she went to Brussels to sing in Italian opera, and there made a contract with Messrs. Maurice and Max Strakosch for three years in the United States. In the winter of 1869/70 she studied in Paris, and during the spring in London with Henry C. Deacon, and sang at Drury Lane Theatre. She made her first New York appearance in September 1870 in concert at Steinway Hall with Nilsson, Vieuxtemps, and Brignoli. Appearing with Carlotta Patti, Mario, Albani, and others in America, until the winter of 1875/76, when she visited Moscow and St. Petersburg, and repeated the tour in the following winter. Returning to America for the seasons of 1877-78 and 1878-79, she sang in opera with Clara Louise Kellogg and Marie Rose, under the management of director Strakosch. The three seasons following were given to opera with the Mapleson company, and to concerts and festivals in great variety. She sang at all the festivals given in New York, Boston, Cincinnati, Chicago, and Worcester. She also sang frequently in oratorio, and regularly participated in the concerts of the Brooklyn Philharmonic Society. She married Charles Monson Raymond on June 29, 1882, at the time she retired, she was the most popular singer in America
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This print captures the remarkable journey of Annie Louise Cary, a renowned opera singer born in Wayne, Maine. In her pursuit of excellence, she embarked on an artistic odyssey that took her across Europe and eventually made her the most beloved vocalist in America. Annie's musical education began in Milan under the tutelage of Giovanni Corsi. Her talent soon caught the attention of Achille Lorini, who directed her debut as a profundo contralto in Copenhagen. Following this success, she honed her skills with Pauline Viardot in Baden-Baden and continued to dazzle audiences during an engagement at Stockholm's Royal Swedish Opera. Eager to refine her craft further, Annie sought guidance from esteemed conductor and contra-bassist Giovanni Bottesini in Paris. She then ventured to Brussels for Italian opera before signing a three-year contract with Maurice and Max Strakosch for performances in the United States. Annie's star continued to rise as she graced prestigious stages alongside luminaries like Carlotta Patti and Mario. She enchanted audiences at numerous festivals throughout New York, Boston, Cincinnati, Chicago, Worcester while also showcasing her vocal prowess through oratorio performances and collaborations with the Brooklyn Philharmonic Society. In 1882, Annie Louise Cary married Charles Monson Raymond after retiring from an illustrious career that had solidified her status as America's most adored singer. This print serves as a testament to Annie's extraordinary talent and unwavering dedication to music—an enduring legacy cherished by all who have been captivated by her enchanting voice.
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