In her native Lithuania, Violeta is a national heroine and was once invited to stand as a presidential candidate. She's also recently risked her musical reputation by moving from mezzo to soprano roles - to great success. Currently singing the role of Lady Macbeth in Verdi's opera Macbeth at the Royal Opera House in London to rave reviews, Violeta tells Woman's Hour of her journey from small-town Lithuania to the world stage.
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