Karoline Seidler-Wranitzky

Maria Karolina Johanna Seidler-Wranitzky was a Czech operatic soprano. She notably created the role of Agathe in the world premiere of Carl Maria von Weber's Der Freischütz in 1821.
In performances, she was praised for her powerful voice and wide vocal range.

Biography

Born in Vienna, Karoline was the daughter of composer Anton Wranitzky and niece of composer Paul Wranitzky. She received her vocal training from her father, and her early performances took place in Munich and Budapest. She married Carl August Seidler in 1813, a violinist from Berlin, who lived in Vienna from 1811 until 1816. In 1816, she performed at the Berlin Royal Opera and was so well received that she was engaged as a resident artist until 1838, after which she retired from the stage.
One of Seidler-Wranitzky's most well-known endeavors is her performance as the original Agathe in von Weber's Der Freischütz in 1821. In addition to this role, she also performed the title roles in Helene and Agnes Sorel, Susanne in The Marriage of Figaro, and Pamina in The Magic Flute, amongst others.
She died in Berlin at the age of 82.