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Quote by Sarah Caldwell

“Success is important only to the extent that it puts one in a position to do more things one likes to do.”

Quote by Sarah Caldwell

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Sarah Caldwell, an American opera conductor, was born on March 6, 1924, and passed away on March 23, 2006. Renowned for her contributions to the art of opera, Caldwell was the first female conductor to win a Grammy Award. Her career spanned various aspects of opera, including conducting, production, and promotion. Caldwell's work witnessed the rise and development of opera in the United States. more

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