Merriman (28 Apr 1920-).American operatic mezzo-soprano Nelly Miricioiu (31 Mar 1952-) British dramatic coloratura soprano . Anna Moffo (27 Jun 1932-9 Mar 2006).Italian American lyric- coloratura soprano Edda Moser (27 October 1939-) German dramatic soprano, particularly well-known for her Mozart performances. Claudia Muzio (7 Feb 1869-24 May 1936) Italian operatic soprano.