Hermine Spies

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/hermine-spies

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Hermine Spies born?February 25, 1857
2. When did Hermine Spies die?February 26, 1893
3. Where was Hermine Spies born?Germany
4. What is the primary artistic discipline?Concert and opera singer
5. What is the era of prominence?Late 19th century
6. Who was Hermine Spies?Hermine Spies was a German singer born in 1857 who performed in both concerts and opera.

Late Romantic Period: A musical era (roughly 1850-1910) known for its emotional intensity, rich harmonies, and expanded orchestral forces.
Vocal Pedagogy: The study and practice of teaching singing, focusing on technique, vocal health, and artistic interpretation.
Artistic Resonance: The ability of a performance or artwork to evoke a deep emotional or intellectual response in the audience.