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"Pierard, her tone a mixture of silk and metal, is electrifying throughout."
The Guardian, UK
'Whether singing or not, she communicated temperament, style and personality, and her ample, flexible soprano has a spark.'
The Financial Times, UK
'Blessed with a voice of glittering, secure virtuosity and volume as well as an imposing, not to say intimidating presence.'
The Classical Source, UK
NEWS
Madeleine recently made a spectacular last-minute jump-in with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra under maestro Simone Young, singing Leonore in Beethoven's Fidelio alongside Simon O'Neill (Florestan). Click here to read about it!
Madeleine is a co-founder of the organisation, SWAP'ra: Supporting Women and Parents in Opera, who are passionate about effecting positive change in a challenging industry.
Madeleine is the Director of Te Pae Kōkako - The Aotearoa New Zealand Opera Studio (TANZOS). This is an exciting opportunity that combines guiding the next generation of talented singers with continuing her work as an international performer.
During London Lockdowns, Madeleine established a successful food blog, documenting her creativity during a challenging time. Take a look here for recipes and tutorials.
2023 HIGHLIGHTS
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(Until 30 Sept - 11 Performances) LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Madeleine sings Strauss' Four Last Songs with English National Ballet at Sadlers Wells.
(Until 21 Oct - 2 Performances) CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND: Madeleine sings the title role in Purcell's Dido and Aeneas with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra / Chad Kelly. Read the reviews here
(Until 10 November - 4 Performances) NATIONAL TOUR, NEW ZEALAND: Madeleine sings Sibelius Luonnotar with the NZSO under Gemma New.
WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND: Madeleine sings the role of Marie opposite Julien Van Mellaerts in Berg's masterpiece, Wozzeck with Orchestra Wellington under Marc Taddei. Read the reviews here
WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND: Madeleine sings the soprano soloist in Handel's Messiah with The Orpheus Choir an Orchestra Wellington under Brent Stewart.
ABOUT MADELEINE
New Zealand soprano, Madeleine Pierard started her career as a Jette Parker Artist at The Royal Opera, Covent Garden. She is in demand particularly throughout Europe and Australasia in both opera and concert roles.
Known for her mesmerising stage presence and staggering coloratura, Madeleine enjoys a richly varied career, ranging in speciality from Puccini to Turnage and beyond!
CONTACT
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