Renee Fleming Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 6 in |
Weight | 64 kg |
Date of Birth | February 14, 1959 |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Spouse | Tim Jessell |
Renee Flemingis a renowned soprano and opera singer born in Indiana, Pennsylvania and raised in New York. Fleming is famous for her full lyric soprano voice and high-quality vocal texture. She has sung several genres including Jazz, Chansons along with Indie Rock. Moreover, in 1993, she became a member of the International Music FraternityFor Women known as “Sigma Alpha Iota“.
She has hosted various radio broadcasts such as Metropolitan Opera’s Live. Fleming has released more than 10 CDs, one of which also contains an assortment of Bjork songs. During her days inJuilliard School, Renee used to perform in Jazz clubs to pay her tuition fee. After graduating, in the1980s, the opera singer started performing in smaller local concerts with small opera companies. She gained prominence at the age of 29 after winning Metropolitan Opera Auditions.
Born Name
Renée Lynn Fleming
Nick Name
The People’s Diva
Sun Sign
Aquarius
Born Place
Indiana, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Residence
New York City, New York, U.S.
Nationality
Education
Renee went toChurchville-Chili High School.
She then did her Master’s degree in music at Crane School of Music (1983) at the State University of New York atPotsdamand did Bachelor degree in music from Eastman School of Music (1981), Rochester, New York.
Fleming then attendedJuilliard School from 1983 to 1987. She also went to Aspen Music Festival and School.
Occupation
Singer, Author
Family
- Father –Renee’s father was a voice teacher.
- Mother – Her mother was a voice teacher.
Manager
She is represented by –
- IMG Artists
- Untitled Entertainment
Genre
Classical Opera
She also has some experience in jazz, Indie Rock and Chansons.
Instruments
Vocals
Labels
Decca Records
Renee Fleming has launched various CDs and albums under Decca Records since 1995. In addition to all this, Decca Records also launched her book titled “The Art of Renee Fleming”.
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 6 in or 167.5 cm
Weight
64 kg or 141 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Fleming has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Hazel
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Big eyes and smile
Religion
Christianity
Best Known For
Her vocal texture and soprano voice
First Album
Renée released her first album Donizetti:Rosmonda d’Inghilterravia Opera Rara in 1994.
First Film
Fleming’s first theatrical film appearance was in the movie Bride of the Windin 2001 where she playedFrances Alda.
First TV Show
Renee made her first TV show appearance in 1994 in Tales from the Opera (Documentary Mini-Series) and Great Performances (Music Series).
Personal Trainer
Renee Fleming prefers to eat low-carbohydrate and low-fat diet. She consumes green vegetables and fresh fruits along with berries, and soy-based proteins in her daily diet.
Renee Fleming Favorite Things
- Cities –Paris, London, Vienna
- Opera Houses –Palais Garnier (Paris), Royal Opera House (London)
- Museums –Museum Of Modern Art in D.C., Smithsonian
- Designers –Vivienne Westwood and Angel Sanchez
Source – The New York Times
Renee Fleming Facts
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