Elena Sanz facts for kids
Elena Armanda Nicolasa Sanz y Martínez de Arizala (1844–1898) was a famous Spanish opera singer in the 1800s. She was known for her beautiful voice and performances across Europe. Elena Sanz also had a special connection with Alfonso XII of Spain, the King of Spain.
Quick facts for kids
Elena Sanz
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Elena Armanda Nicolasa Sanz y Martínez de Arizala
6 December 1844 Castellon de la Plana, Spain
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| Died | 24 December 1898 (aged 54) Paris, France
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| Partner(s) | King Alfonso XII |
| Family | Son – Fernand Sanz |
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The Life of Elena Sanz
Elena Sanz was born on December 6, 1844. Her hometown was Castellón de la Plana in Spain. She went to a girls' school in Leganés with her sister. When she was ten, Elena started learning to sing there. She also joined a choir. Later, she studied singing at the Madrid Royal Conservatory. Her teacher was Baltasar Saldoni.
Elena's Connection with the King
Elena Sanz met King Alfonso XII in Vienna in 1872. She later had two sons with the King of Spain. Their names were Alfonso and Fernando. King Alfonso XII passed away when he was 28 years old. He did not officially recognize their sons.
Elena's Opera Career
In 1876, Elena Sanz joined the Paris Opera. She worked there for two years. During this time, she performed some of her most important roles. She played Maddalena in Rigoletto. She also performed as Brangäne in Tristan and Isolde. In those same years, she also performed for the first time at the Teatro Real in Madrid.
Elena Sanz's Amazing Voice
Many people at the time thought Elena Sanz was one of Spain's best opera singers. She traveled all over Europe to show off her singing skills. The Paris Theater especially valued her talent. Emilio Castelar, a famous writer, described her beauty. He said she had red lips, brown skin, white teeth, and black hair. He wrote that she shone like a star.
Elena Sanz in Books
Elena Sanz has appeared in many fictional stories in Spain. In 2013, a writer named Tomás Gismera Velasco wrote a book about her. It was called "Elena Sanz: Tu serás mi reina." She was also featured in stories by Benito Pérez Galdós. These stories talked about her relationship with King Alfonso XII.
