About Sarah Leonard
Lived 1953 – 2024 (aged 71). Sarah Leonard was a British opera singer and music educator.
Sarah Jane Leonard (10 April 1953 – 31 October 2024) was an English classical soprano, known for her performances of contemporary classical music by composers such as Helmut Lachenmann, Harrison Birtwistle, Pierre Boulez and Michael Nyman.
Biography The daughter of Kingsley Leonard and Marjorie ('Molly'
Leonard was married twice. Her first marriage, in 1975, was to Michael Parkinson. The couple had a son, Edward, and a daughter, Helen. The marriage ended in divorce. Leonard's second marriage was to Peter Kelly, in 2011. Leonard died from a brain tumour on 31 October 2024, at the age of 71.
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Who was Sarah Leonard?
English opera singer (1953–2024)
When was Sarah Leonard born?
Sarah Leonard was born on 10 April 1953 in Winchester, Winchester.
When did Sarah Leonard die?
Sarah Leonard died on 31 October 2024.
What was Sarah Leonard's occupation?
Sarah Leonard was an opera singer and music educator.
What nationality was Sarah Leonard?
Sarah Leonard was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Sarah Leonard (singer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sarah Leonard. https://biography.guide/sarah-leonard-opera-singer/
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