Was Birgit Nilsson an operatic alto?
No
Yes
In her early career
In her late career
Answer
No, Birgit Nilsson was not an operatic alto. She was a soprano. An alto is a female singer with a voice that is typically lower than a soprano but higher than a mezzo-soprano. Nilsson had a voice that was in the soprano range, and she was known for her powerful and dramatic performances.
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