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ANNIE LOUISE CARY was born in Wayne, Maine. In 1866, she went to Italy and studied
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ANNIE LOUISE CARY was born in Wayne, Maine. In 1866, she went to Italy and studied
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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ANNIE LOUISE CARY - A Journey of Musical Excellence
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. This print captures the essence of Annie Louise Cary, a remarkable American contralto who left an indelible mark on the world of opera. Born in Wayne, Maine, her passion for music led her to embark on a transformative journey that took her across Europe and eventually made her the most popular singer in America. In 1866, Cary ventured to Italy where she honed her craft under the tutelage of renowned maestro Giovanni Corsi in Milan. Her debut as a profundo contralto in Italian opera marked the beginning of a stellar career that would take her to prestigious venues worldwide. From Copenhagen to Baden-Baden and Stockholm, Cary enchanted audiences with her powerful voice and impeccable technique. She studied with luminaries such as Pauline Viardot and Giovanni Bottesini, further refining her artistry. Her triumphant return to New York City in 1870 solidified Cary's status as one of America's foremost vocalists. Collaborating with esteemed artists like Carlotta Patti and Mario, she graced stages across the country alongside Clara Louise Kellogg and Marie Rose under director Strakosch's guidance. Cary's talent extended beyond opera; she also showcased her exceptional skills through oratorio performances and collaborations with renowned orchestras like the Brooklyn Philharmonic Society. In June 1882, Annie Louise Cary married Charles Monson Raymond but retired from singing shortly after. Nevertheless, she had already secured herself an enduring legacy as one of America's most beloved singers—a testament to years spent perfecting her craft and captivating audiences around the world.
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