Janine Micheau

French Soprano Opera Singer

Janine Micheau (17 April 1914 – 18 October 1976) was a distinguished French soprano known for her work in the opera. Born in Toulouse, Micheau studied at the Paris Conservatoire and made her professional debut in 1933. She was particularly renowned for her performances in French operatic repertoire, including works by Bizet, Massenet, and Debussy. Micheau's voice was celebrated for its clarity and agility, which made her an ideal interpreter of lyric soprano roles. Throughout her career, she performed at prestigious venues such as the Opéra-Comique and the Paris Opera, and she worked with notable conductors and composers of her time. While she may not be directly associated with the production of albums featuring Debussy's complete piano works or "Carmen," her legacy lies in her contributions to opera and the recordings of her performances that continue to be appreciated by classical music enthusiasts.