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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 was interviewed in the November 2024 issue of Classical Music UK Magazine, discussing the effects of pregnancy on the voice. Click here to read
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.
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.
During London Lockdowns, Madeleine established a successful food blog, documenting her creativity during a challenging time. Take a look here for recipes and tutorials.
RECENT/UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS
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OCT
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MAY
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2023, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Madeleine sang Strauss' Four Last Songs with English National Ballet at Sadlers Wells. Read the reviews here
2023 NATIONAL TOUR, NEW ZEALAND: Madeleine sang Sibelius' epic Tone Poem, Luonnotar with the NZSO under Gemma New. Read the reviews here
2023, WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND: Madeleine sang the role of Marie opposite Julien Van Mellaerts in Berg's masterpiece, Wozzeck with Orchestra Wellington under Marc Taddei. Read the reviews here
2024, (until September 15) WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND: Madeleine sings the title role in Puccini's masterpiece, Tosca with Wellington Opera, alongside Jared Holt and Teddy Tahu Rhodes. Book Here
2024, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Madeleine covers the title role in Beethoven's Fidelio at The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. More information
2024, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (also Nov 17): Madeleine sings Gerhilde in Wagner's Die Walküre with Sydney Symphony Orchestra under Simone Young. Book Here
2025, ROME, ITALY: Madeleine debuts at Teatro dell'opera di Roma singing Strauss' Four Last Songs in David Dawson's magnificent ballet. Book Here
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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