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Desirée Earl Soteres ’84

As both an operatic singer and musical theater performer, some of Desiree’s many career highlights include singing for Pavarotti as a World Finalist in his competition, singing the role of Cunegonde at Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., and being a featured performer in a series of concerts in Europe, South America, and Australia aboard Cunard Cruise Lines. A favorite role was Queen of the Night in The Magic Flute, which she performed on opera stages throughout California and Oregon. Desiree is also cofounder of Aria412, a collection of professional singers seeking to expand opera’s reach through informal presentations. 

“GPS is one of the reasons I'm a performer today. My drama teacher had a very positive impact on me. She exposed us to many different kinds of genres, which helped broaden my outlook.” 
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