
In 1921, performing for the theatrical organisation JC Williamson’s, Gladys Moncrieff played the role of Teresa in The Maid of the Mountains, a role that established her as a major star – she subsequently performed the role some 2800 times.
This recording from The Maid of the Mountains demonstrates Moncrieff’s powerful range, rich soprano and excellent diction that earned her a large following both in Australia and around the world.
Gladys Moncrieff was one of the great stars of the Australian musical stage for more than 35 years – described by many as Australia’s Queen of Song, or simply Our Glad.
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