Huguette Tourangeau

Canadian Mezzo-Soprano Opera Singer

Huguette Tourangeau was a Canadian mezzo-soprano, renowned for her performances in operas by composers such as Donizetti and Handel. Born on August 12, 1938, in Montreal, Quebec, she developed a significant international career that spanned the major opera houses of the world. Tourangeau was particularly noted for her collaborations with the Australian soprano Joan Sutherland and conductor Richard Bonynge. Her rich voice and dramatic abilities made her a favorite among audiences, especially in roles like Adalgisa in Bellini's "Norma" and the title role in Massenet's "Cendrillon." While she may have performed in productions of "Maria Stuarda" and "Giulio Cesare in Egitto," specific albums of these performances are not confirmed within the scope of my knowledge. Tourangeau's career is remembered for its versatility and the passionate performances she delivered on both the operatic stage and in concert settings.