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Galina Vishnevskaya: Biography, Facts and Career

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Galina Vishnevskaya
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Galina Pavlovna Vishnevskaya (Russian: Галина Павловна Вишневская, née Ivanova, Иванова; 25 October 1926 – 11 December 2012) was a Russian soprano opera singer and recitalist who was named a People's Artist of the USSR in 1966. She was the wife of cellist Mstislav Rostropovich, and mother to their two daughters, Olga and Elena Rostropovich.

Quick facts about Galina Vishnevskaya

  • Full name: Galina Vishnevskaya
  • Born: 1926-10-25
  • Nationality: Russia
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q230916

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Who is Galina Vishnevskaya?

Galina Pavlovna Vishnevskaya (Russian: Галина Павловна Вишневская, née Ivanova, Иванова; 25 October 1926 – 11 December 2012) was a Russian soprano opera singer and recitalist who was named a People's Artist of the USSR in 1966.

What nationality is Galina Vishnevskaya?

Galina Vishnevskaya is Russia.

When was Galina Vishnevskaya born?

Galina Vishnevskaya was born on 1926-10-25.

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