"THE ROLLS-ROYCE OF VOICES!"
CARDIFF SINGER-OF-THE-WORLD COMPETITION - Noelle Barker, BBC
CARDIFF SINGER-OF-THE-WORLD COMPETITION - Noelle Barker, BBC
In 1992 I made my professional operatic debut in the role of "ROSSWEISSE" in Richard Wagner's Die Walküre at Arizona Opera, USA. Since then, I have internationally sung about 90 operatic roles.
I initially performed as a contralto, but subsequently my voice demanded that I expand my repertoire first to dramatic mezzo-soprano, then to dramatic soprano.
Roles include the titleroles in ELEKTRA, TURANDOT, CARMEN KUNDRY/ Parsifal, MARSCHALLIN/ Rosenkavalier, ELLEN ORFORD/ Peter Grimes, CASSANDRE/ Les Troyens, MADAME DE CROISSY/ Dialogues des Carmelites, ERDA/ Das Rheingold, Siegfried, MARTA/ Tiefland, PREZIOSILLA/ La Forza del Destino and many more..
I initially performed as a contralto, but subsequently my voice demanded that I expand my repertoire first to dramatic mezzo-soprano, then to dramatic soprano.
Roles include the titleroles in ELEKTRA, TURANDOT, CARMEN KUNDRY/ Parsifal, MARSCHALLIN/ Rosenkavalier, ELLEN ORFORD/ Peter Grimes, CASSANDRE/ Les Troyens, MADAME DE CROISSY/ Dialogues des Carmelites, ERDA/ Das Rheingold, Siegfried, MARTA/ Tiefland, PREZIOSILLA/ La Forza del Destino and many more..
"Ob ich nicht höre?
Ob ich die Musik nicht höre? Sie kommt doch aus mir!"
Richard Strauss/ Hugo v.Hofmannsthal ELEKTRA
ACCLAIM
ELEKTRA
„THIS IS FIRST CLASS"
“OVERWHELMING!"
“SONIC FRENZY OF TRIUMPHANT VENGEANCE”
Critics praise Susanne Schimmack’s Elektra as a performance of “overwhelming intensity” and “first-class brilliance.” With her dark, powerful voice—capable of soaring heights, rich colors, and astonishing dramatic nuance—she embodies the traumatised, vengeful princess with gripping authenticity.
Reviewers highlight her fearless command of this “monstrous role,” her naturalistic acting, and her ability to turn the first monologue into a “sonic frenzy of triumphant vengeance.”
Susanne Schimmack’s Elektra as a tour-de-force. Her warm, powerful mezzo soars effortlessly into the high register, delivering a full spectrum of colors—from sensitively nuanced to dramatically explosive—without a single harsh tone. With extraordinary charisma and total role immersion, she shapes unforgettable moments, from the moving recognition of Orest to the fierce confrontation with her mother.
A signature role, brilliantly realised.
PARSIFAL
"SENSATIONAL"
"MAGNIFICNET"
"PENETRATINGLY SENSUAL"
Critics hail Susanne Schimmack’s Kundry as “sensational,” “penetratingly sensual,” and “magnificent.” With her dark-hued, warm yet powerful soprano, she reveals the full spectrum of Kundry’s split nature—hunted fury, seductive temptress, and ultimately the redeemed servant. Her rich palette of colors and formidable dramatic presence make the second act a gripping psychological thriller. Schimmack’s versatility and intensity place her at the forefront of today’s leading Wagner interpreters:
"SENSATIONAL"
"MAGNIFICNET"
"PENETRATINGLY SENSUAL"
Critics hail Susanne Schimmack’s Kundry as “sensational,” “penetratingly sensual,” and “magnificent.” With her dark-hued, warm yet powerful soprano, she reveals the full spectrum of Kundry’s split nature—hunted fury, seductive temptress, and ultimately the redeemed servant. Her rich palette of colors and formidable dramatic presence make the second act a gripping psychological thriller. Schimmack’s versatility and intensity place her at the forefront of today’s leading Wagner interpreters:
- "Penetratingly sensual"
- “And what a magnificent Kundry we witnessed and heard:
- "Sensational! Schimmack’s expressive power is immense in its colors; her dramatic role is shaped to perfection.”
- "Above all, Susanne Schimmack knows how to use the freedom this creates; her vocal and dramatic versatility turns the entire second act into a true thriller.”
- "Susanne Schimmack embodies Kundry with a warm, resonant soprano and dramatic heights, mastering with impressive acting skill the scenic transformation from hunted fury to seductress to loving servant.”
TURANDOT
WELCOME TO MY VIRTUAL STAGE!!
