Birthplace of Ellen Beach Yaw
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This NY Historical Marker in Boston, NY indicates the birthplace of a famous operatic singer with an unusually high vocal range.
Waymark Code: WM1GM8
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 05/05/2007
Views: 29
1868-1947
"Lark" Ellen Beach Yaw, world famous coloratura soprano, is credited with having sung the highest note ever achieved by the human voice. She was the first famous Metropolitan Opera singer to record her voice and later made several recordings for Thomas Edison.
Marker Name: Birthplace of Ellen Beach Yaw
Marker Type: Roadside
Agency: Boston Historical Society
City/Town/Village Name: Boston
County: Erie
Region: Niagara Frontier (Region 2)
Website: [Web Link]
Dedication Date: Not Listed
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