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Florence Macbeth

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Florence Macbeth

Florence Mary MacBeth (January 12, 1889 – May 5, 1966) was an American operatic soprano.[1]

Biography

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MacBeth was born in Mankato, Minnesota.[2] She sang in opera abroad and with the Chicago Opera Association, as well as in the Mozart operas given by the Society of American Musicians in New York in 1918.[3] She was one of the organizers of the Los Angeles Opera Guild.

Macbeth was married to James M. Cain, American author and journalist.

She shares a name with singer of English/Canadian band The Revolving Doors of London, Florence (Flossie) Macbeth.

References

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  1. ^ "Florence MacBeth - A Singer of the Royal Line". Theatre Magazine. Theatre Magazine Company: 82. 1913. Retrieved 9 June 2018.
  2. ^ U.S. Passport Applications, 1795-1925
  3. ^ "Florence Macbeth Sings. Opera Soprano Selects Charming Songs for Her First Recital". The New York Times. March 17, 1918. Retrieved 2009-11-22. Florence Macbeth, soprano, who has sung in opera abroad and with the Chicago company, as well as in the Mozart operas given by the Society of American Musicians in New York last year.
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