Master Class
Who is Maria's first student in the play, Master Class?
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Sophie de Palma, a soprano, is Maria's first student. When she tries to sing an aria from Bellini's La Sonnambula, Maria immediately interrupts her and tells her that she is not listening to the music; she is singing but not really feeling the emotions of the character. Maria's relentless criticism, although meant to be constructive, makes Sophie cry.
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