Berger, Erna
(1900–1990)
Berger, Erna (19 Oct 1900–14 June 1990) German coloratura and lyric soprano, born in Cossebaude. She made her debut in Dresden in 1925, and in the next few years was heard at Bayreuth and Salzburg. She was with the Metropolitan Opera from 21 Nov 1949 (debut as Sophie) to 1951, and retired from the opera stage in 1955. Her main roles were Gilda, Rosina, and the Mozart heroines, though she also sang the other standard repertoire. Berger appeared as Queen of the Night in the notable complete…