“Sempre libera” : Conversations with Carol Vaness
Carol Vaness has performed on the world’s most coveted stages in a vast array of roles. Her impact on the opera world will continue to be felt for generations. But how did it all begin? In this first article of a two-part retrospective, Vaness talks about her childhood and adolescence, how she found her way onto the opera stage, and the experiences and relationships that have shaped her artistry.