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Irma Urrila

b. 1943

Finnish singer and opera singer

Opera singer Singer
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About Irma Urrila

Born 1943. Irma Urrila is a Finnish opera singer and singer.

Irma Urrila (born 29 January 1943) is a Finnish operatic soprano best known internationally for her role as Pamina in Ingmar Bergman's 1975 film production of Mozart's opera, The Magic Flute.

Urrila was born in Helsinki, Finland. In 1967, she sang the role of Marzelline in a film version of Beethoven's Fidelio from the Savonlinna Opera Festival. In 1978, she sang Tatjana in a film version of Tchaikovsky's Eugene Onegin.

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Important facts

Born
29 January 1943, Helsinki
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Opera singer, singer
Nationality
Finland
Education
Sibelius Academy
Employers
Finnish National Opera, Royal Swedish Opera, Norwegian National Opera and Ballet

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Irma Urrila?

Finnish singer and opera singer

When was Irma Urrila born?

Irma Urrila was born on 29 January 1943 in Helsinki.

What is Irma Urrila's occupation?

Irma Urrila is an opera singer and singer.

What nationality is Irma Urrila?

Irma Urrila is Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Irma Urrila

· Wikidata: Q275194

· DBpedia: Irma Urrila

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