Belgian soprano Jodie Devos Dies at the young age of 35

Belgian soprano Jodie Devos passed away on June 16, 2024, in Paris, surrounded by family and friends. She was 35 years old.

Devos succumbed to breast cancer, which had recently forced her to cancel several engagements.

Devos was a celebrated figure in the world of classical music. In 2015, she was named Young Artist of the Year by the International Classical Music Awards (ICMA).

Her talent and dedication to her craft were evident early in her career.

After studying at the Institut de Musique et de Pédagogie in Namur and the Royal Academy of Music in London, Devos won Second Prize and the Audience Prize at Belgium’s prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition in 2014.

This achievement marked the beginning of a stellar career.

Devos performed on some of the world’s most renowned stages and collaborated with many esteemed conductors and stage directors.

Her recordings for Alpha Classics have been widely appreciated, further cementing her legacy in the classical music community.

The ICMA Jury expressed its deepest condolences to Devos’s family and close friends. Her passing is a significant loss to the world of classical music, and she will be remembered for her exceptional talent and contributions to the art.