" Miriam Albano sings her broad arias with a voice of splendid colour, slightly dark but capable of soaring smoothly into the high register; the singer used her perfect technique no longer for purely virtuosic displays, but to bring out the contrasting passions that animate this magnificent character."
Thanks to her exceptional vocal range, which allows her to freely move between soprano and mezzo, Miriam Albano is familiar with a vast and eclectic repertoire spanning from Baroque to contemporary works.
Born in Venice, Miriam studied singing at the Benedetto Marcello Conservatory in her hometown before furthering her studies at the University of Music in Vienna. She perfected her technique under the guidance of esteemed artists such as Brigitte Fassbaender and Anne Sofie von Otter.
Miriam's voice has been recognized on the international stage, with notable victories at prestigious competitions, including Neue Stimmen in Germany (2015) and Francisco Viñas in Spain (2016). She also had the honour of representing Italy as a finalist in the Cardiff Singer of the World competition (2017). Beyond her remarkable vocal abilities, Miriam is also an accomplished violinist, adding yet another dimension to her artistic talents.
From 2016 to 2019, Miriam was a soloist in the ensemble of the Vienna State Opera, where she debuted the roles of Cherubino in Le Nozze di Figaro and Annio in La Clemenza di Tito.
For the Salzburg Festival, she brought to life the enchanting role of Puck in Purcell's The Fairy Queen. At the Deutsche Oper am Rhein in Düsseldorf, she captivated audiences as Zerlina in Don Giovanni, as Stephano in Romeo et Juliette, and as the title role in Rossini's La Cenerentola.
She continued to shine as Cherubino in Le Nozze di Figaro as well as Rosina in Il Barbiere di Siviglia at the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma, the Grand-Théâtre de Bordeaux, and the Teatro Regio in Turin. For the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, she delivered memorable performances both as Cherubino and as Melanto in Monteverdi's Ritorno di Ulisse in patria.
At the Teatro Nacional de São Carlos in Lisbon, Miriam took on the role of Annio in a concert version of La clemenza di Tito.
She received widespread public and critical acclaim for her portrayal of Despina in Mozart's Così fan tutte. Her captivating performances enriched the stages of the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona, the Teatro Alighieri in Ravenna, and the Opéra Grand-Théâtre de Bordeaux, Royal du Château de Versailles, solidifying her status as a versatile and compelling artist.
In the symphonic and chamber repertoire, Miriam has showcased her artistry at prestigious venues across Europe. She has performed at the LAC in Lugano, the Radiokulturhaus in Vienna, and at the opening concert of the Rheingau Musikfestival with the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra. Her voice has also graced the Festival Internacional de Santander with the Great Mass in C minor (K. 427) and the Tonhalle in Zurich with Spanish repertoire.
Miriam's versatility is further highlighted by her solo concert program at the Teatro La Fenice in Venice, where she performed an exquisite selection of songs by Brahms, Schumann, Puccini, and Hahn. Accompanied by the Karajan Academy of the Berlin Philharmoniker, she presented a concert dedicated to Schubert and Mendelssohn at both the Berliner Philharmonie and Schloss Esterházy in Eisenstadt.
Miriam has collaborated with numerous famous conductors, among them Marc Minkowski, Ádám Fisher, Tomas Netopil, Antonino Fogliani, Stefano Montanari, Jean-Christophe Spinosi, Ottavio Dantone, Mikko Franck, Evelino Pidó, Frédéric Chaslin, Alondra de la Parra, Diego Fasolis, Alain Altinoglou, Valery Gergiev, and Semyon Bychkov.
Her adaptability and dramatic flair have also been highlighted through her work with distinguished directors, including Lotte de Beer, Graham Vick, Laurent Pelly, and Robert Carsen. These collaborations have allowed Miriam to explore a wide range of characters and styles, further establishing her as a dynamic and multifaceted performer in the opera world.
Her most recent major roles include the title role in Gluck’s Iphigénie en Aulide at the Osterfestspiele Schloss Rheinsberg, where her powerful interpretation captivated audiences and critics alike. Miriam also shone as Isabella in Rossini’s L’Inganno felice under the direction of Alessandro De Marchi at the Reate Festival in Rome and Rieti, bringing her signature blend of vocal agility and emotional depth to the stage. In addition, she took on the vibrant character of Prinz Orlofsky in a new production of J. Strauss's Die Fledermaus at the Teatro Comunale di Bologna, demonstrating her versatility and comedic timing. Miriam's portrayal of Emilia in Vivaldi’s Catone in Utica under the baton of Federico Maria Sardelli at the Teatro Comunale di Ferrara further solidified her reputation as a masterful interpreter of Baroque opera, earning her accolades for her nuanced and expressive performance.
Miriam will once again enchant audiences with her interpretations of Mozart's masterpieces. She is set to perform the spirited role of Despina in Così fan tutte alongside Marc Minkowski and the renowned Musiciens du Louvre at the Paris Théâtre des Champs-Elysées. Her journey with Mozart continues as she embodies Aminta in Il Re Pastore at the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma. Additionally, she will bring to life the character of Cherubino in Le Nozze di Figaro at the prestigious Beijing National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA).
Miriam’s dedication to her craft and her ability to interpret a wide range of musical styles have made Miriam Albano a celebrated figure in the world of classical music, earning her accolades and admiration from audiences and critics alike.