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Nellie Melba was an Australian soprano and one of the most famous opera singers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Known for her exceptional voice and dramatic talent, she performed at prestigious venues such as La Scala and Covent Garden. Melba's contributions to opera have had a lasting impact, and she remains a celebrated figure in classical music.
"If I'd been a housemaid I'd have been the best in Australia - I couldn't help it. It's got to be perfection for me."
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