Celebrated Soprano (And Idaho Native) Joins Opera Idaho As Artistic Advisor

By Gemma Gaudette

Published February 25, 2021 at 1:56 PM MST

Idaho native and opera singer Cecilia Violetta López is Opera Idaho's new artistic adviser."

You may know Cecilia Violetta López as a celebrated soprano, as well as being named one of opera’s 25 rising stars by Opera News. Or you’ve seen her perform in Opera Idaho Productions for the last six plus years.

Now, she’s taking on a new role: as Opera Idaho’s first Artistic Advisor. Idaho Matters spoke with Violetta López about this new role means for her, and the opera community in Idaho.

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Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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