# Opera Singer Who Sang at 300 Funerals | Madison News

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Podcast: [Madison News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/madison-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7577991)
Published: 2026-09-10T05:00:29+00:00
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Opera singer Kay Sparling, called by Rudy Giuliani himself, performed at over 300 funerals and benefit dinners for first responders after 9/11, flying six days a week through emotional exhaustion—learning to let tears flow while singing. One haunting memory: singing for the daughter of firefighter Michael Elferis, a moment that revealed how music can pierce grief in ways words never could. Now living in Wisconsin, Sparling reflects on that era as proof of art’s enduring power to heal, comfort, and connect during national tragedy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/df57f58840b61b4c

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