[BIRTHDAY] Happy birthday to "the voice of the century," the legendary Maria Callas, born on this day in 1923. For the occasion, watch this archival footage of her debut in France in 1958 at the Paris Opera, where she performed “Casta Diva” from Bellini’s Norma, algonside the ORTF orchestra under Georges Sébastian. Callas is at the peak of her powers here—and the crowd throws itself at her feet. Full concert on medici.tv! https://bit.ly/4pILITI | medici.tv

Maria Callas - Anna Bolena - 1957 La Scala

Maria Callas's 1964 recording of the famous "Habanera" from Bizet's Carmen has become one of her most beloved performances, striking admiration in classical aficionados and casual listeners alike with its fiery spirit and humor 🔥 🔊 Listen here on digital platforms: https://w.lnk.to/habaneraFA #Callas100 #voice #ladivina #legend #singer #mariacallasfoundation #mariacallasforever #opéra #classicalvoice #operasinger #sopranos #soprano #classicalmusicdaily #classicalmusicians #classicalmusiclover