Biography

Critics noted the expressive power of her voice and her ability to cope with the florid singing demanded of Rossini's heroes and heroines.

In 1984 she became a member of the Grand Theatre in Warsaw, where she succeeded especially in the coloratura roles by Rossini, Rosina in Il barbiere di Siviglia and the title role of La Cenerentola, but also as Bizet's Carmen.

Ewa Podles was known for the agility of her voice and a vocal range which spanned more than three octaves.

Though known mainly for her interpretation of Baroque works, Podles's repertoire ranged from Handel's Giulio Cesare to songs by Shostakovich.

She performed regularly at opera houses and festivals in Europe and America.