Tribute to the opera diva, known for her power soprano voice, who died in 1998. Read about the life and career of this Viennese-born star.

Read a short profile of the life of this celebrated soprano who died in 1998. Bio comes from the Austrian Press and Information Service.

Read a review from New York Theatre Wire of Rysanek's performance on a CD of Verdi's Messa da Requiem and Bruckner's Te Deum.

View a color photo of the late Leonie Rysanek, noted opera soprano, in performance.

Read a tribute to the Austrian mezzo, celebrated for her roles in Wagner and Strauss, who died at age 71 in 1998.

Find works of Rysanek for purchase, including Strauss' "Elektra," produced in 1981. Buy the recording on VHS or laserdisc.