Florence Quivar

Florence Quivar (born March 3, 1944, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American operatic mezzo-soprano who is considered to be "one of the most prominent singers of her generation."[1] She has variously been described as having a "rich, earthy sound and communicative presence"[2] as "always reliable"[3] and as "a distinguished singer, with a warm, rich voice and a dignified performing presence."[4] From 1977 to 1997 she was a regular performer at the Metropolitan Opera where she gave more than 100 performances.

  1. ^ All Media Guide, LLC (2006). "Florence Quivar Allmusic Biography". Retrieved September 6, 2016.[dead link] through Google cache. Retrieved on February 8, 2007.
  2. ^ New York Times Company (August 25, 2001). Understated Elegance Spiced With Surprises by Anthony Tommasini. Retrieved on February 8, 2007.
  3. ^ New York Times Company (May 29, 1999). Masur Adds Some Curves To the Angles Of the Missa by Bernard Holland. Retrieved on February 8, 2007.
  4. ^ New York Times Company (July 31, 1998). Classical Music and Dance Guide (various authors). Retrieved on February 8, 2007.