Jessye Norman: The Seamless Soprano Who Could Do It All

Jessye Mae Norman was an American opera singer and recitalist. She was able to perform dramatic soprano roles, but refused to be limited to that voice type. Perspective is YouTube's home for the arts. Come here to get your fill of great music, theatre, art and much, much more! From Opera Legends

44 min - Books, Theatre & Photography - Perspective

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