Person Open DS/UK/18354 Dobbs; Mattiwilda (1925-); American coloratura soprano Dobbs Mattiwilda 1925- American coloratura soprano Female

Mattiwilda Dobbs (born 11 July 1925) is an African-American coloratura soprano and one of the first black singers to enjoy a major international career in opera. Possessing a small but buoyant voice, Dobbs was admired for her refined vocal technique and lively interpretations. International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 Yes RAHdroberts 6/27/2014 Rachael.Fragola 3/1/2022 c689aa95-5c64-4c78-b3ad-2453993e5d9b