Operatic Brilliance Unveiled: Australia’s Angel Mirusia releases first classical album ‘Classique’

While Mirusia initially gained international recognition alongside the ‘King of Waltz’ André Rieu, it’s worth noting her classical training; in fact, she holds the distinction of being the youngest artist to win the Dame Joan Sutherland Opera Award.

Her previous albums have predominantly focused on crossover repertoire, but with “Classique,” Mirusia unveils her very first classical album She takes on beloved favorites such as “O Mio Babbino Caro,” “Ave Maria,” and “Lascia chi’io pianga,” but doesn’t stop there. Mirusia tackles truly difficult repertoire such as “Caro Nome,” “Ah! Je veux vivre,” and “Porgi Amor,” demonstrating her versatility, and depth as a vocalist.

Mirusia’s voice seems to soar and float with enviable lightness. She also has a notable clarity of diction. Also worth highlighting are her duets with Lee Abrahmsen and Emma Kavanagh, which are simply lovely and well balanced. The album ends with the positively delightful “Il Bacio” that allows Mirusia to show off her coloratura.

“Classique” not only showcases Mirusia’s exceptional talent but also allows her to introduce beloved opera repertoire to her crossover fanbase, bridging the worlds of classical and contemporary music with finesse.

“Classique” will be available to stream and purchase online February 23rd from www.greatmusiclivesforever.com

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Natasha Barbieri, Editor

Editor

Creator of Classical Crossover Magazine. For Natasha music has always been closely tied to her faith. At age 18, Natasha made her opera debut playing the part of the mother in Menotti’s ‘Amahl and the Night Visitors’ with the Eastern Festival Opera. At 20, she was a winner of the 2011 Young Artist Competition at Andrews University. Natasha graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor’s of Music. Natasha has released a series of Holiday singles “A Place Called Home” (2020), “One Little Boy,” and “The Perfect Year” (2021). In 2021, she was nominated for the ‘Future Classic Women Awards’ show on Men’s & Women’s Radio Station. Natasha is the creator and editor of ‘Classical Crossover Magazine’ a venture that has allowed her to interview many of the top stars in the genre including Sarah Brightman, Celtic Woman, Mirusia, Paul Potts, and more. During the covid-19 pandemic, she created an online concert series for the magazine that has seen her perform in the same line-up as Alex Sharpe, Lucy Kay, Barbara Padilla, Classical Reflection, and more on the virtual stage. In 2022, Natasha was included on the charity album “Stars of Classical Crossover: Christmas” in benefit of the Wallace & Gromit Children’s Charity.