The unsung Singer: winnaretta singer
The Unsung Singer is a curated concert narrating the extraordinary life of American- born Singer Sewing Machine heiress Winnaretta Singer. The concert features art songs by the composers who frequented her Parision Salon as well as narration created and performed by Suzanne DuPlantis.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 7:00pm | Bird Hall U of L School of Music Free and open to the public. Registration required. Register here.
Featuring: Kylie Bennett, Meg Booker, Vivian Hirst, Martha Ottaviano, Dawson Shelton, Luke Skorija, Cory Spalding, and Bella Spencer
From the voice studios of Emily Albrink, Katherine Calcamuggio Donner, and Chad Sloan at the University of Louisville School of Music
About the Unsung Singer
Conceived by Suzanne DuPlantis and Laura Ward, Co-Artistic Directors of Lyric Fest. The concert features a fascinating narrative about the life of Winnaretta, punctuated by the music that she inspired, commissioned, or factored into her impeccable taste.
Produced in tandem with the voice program at the University of Louisville School of Music.
About Winnaretta Singer
Winnaretta Singer, Daughter of Isaac Singer, grew up with immense wealth, came of age in the Belle Epoque, and entered an unexpected lavender marriage that would pave the way to her becoming on of the greatest art patrons of all time.
Her salon saw premieres by Faure, Debussy, Ravel, Stravinsky, and more. She was neighbors with Cole Porter in Venice. Her generosity helped Marie Curie convert limousines into mobile radiology units during WWI. The incredible body of work that she helped usher into existence makes her one of the most consequential figures in 20th century composition.
Kentucky Opera is committed to addressing financial barriers to participation in the arts and offers pay-what-you-can ticketing. Please contact the box office at (502) 584-4500 for more information!