Sabine Dünser
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| Sabine Dünser | |
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| Birth name | Sabine Michaela Dünser |
| Also known as | Sabine Dünser |
| Born | June 27, 1977 |
| Origin | Schaan, Liechtenstein |
| Died | July 8, 2006 (aged 29) |
| Genres | Gothic metal |
| Occupations | Singer-songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2000–2006 |
| Labels | Napalm Records |
| Associated acts | Erben der Schöpfung, Elis |
Sabine Michaela Dünser (27 June 1977 – 8 July 2006) was a Liechtensteinerin musician, better known for being the lead vocalist of the gothic metal bands Erben der Schöpfung and Elis.
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[edit] Early life
Dünser grew up in Schaan (Liechtenstein) with her family, consisting of her parents and her younger sister Petra. Her musical talent was discovered at an early age. She started with basic listening skills. Four years later in practice flute. At an early age, some teachers recognized that she had a great musical talent and should be encouraged. While at primary school Sabine began playing the piano, and continued to do so until her graduation. At the same time she began to develop her singing voice. She sang in different choirs, such as the school choir. Since her training as a singer was very important for choral teachers, Sabine began classical music singing lessons at 19. She participated in the Liechtenstein Musical Company, and furthered her desire to sing in a band.
[edit] Career
In 1999, Sabine fulfilled her ambition to sing in a band. Along with Pete Streit (Elis) and Oliver Falk (Erben der Schöpfung, Weltenbrand), who started the project, she founded "Erben der Schöpfung" which became "Elis" later. Founding the band and music in general always meant a lot to Sabine. Elis allowed her to sing in front of many people and express herself in words and melodies.
[edit] Death
On July 9, 2006, an announcement was made on the band's website that Sabine Dünser died of a cerebral hemorrhage on July 8, 2006. Dünser died during the band's rehearsal on Friday 7th. According to a post on the official Elis website. She died a day later in a hospital. The band has taken its site down and will decide later on if they want to continue with Elis or not. A year later, Sandra Schleret, former vocalist of Dreams of Sanity, took place as the new vocalist.
[edit] Discography
[edit] Erben der Schöpfung
Albums:
- Twilight (2001)
Singles:
- Elis (2001) - Maxi CD
[edit] Elis
Albums:
- God's Silence, Devil's Temptation (2003)
- Dark Clouds in a Perfect Sky (2004)
- Griefshire (2006)
- Show Me The Way (EP) (2007)
