Ida Doxat was born at
Senožeče (
Carniola), a mountain village a short distance inland to the north-east of
Trieste and
Koper. At the time she was born the region was part of the
Austro-Hungarian empire. Her father worked for the government as an imperial district commissioner. She was "discovered" (vocally) by the Viennese
coloratura soprano,
Marie Wilt. Critics of the time described her as an outstanding interpreter for productions calling for performances of high drama, with a particular depth of truthfulness and feeling, able to combine burning passion with formidable reserves of self control. Her consistently professional application of vocal technique won particular plaudits. Notwithstanding her reputation as a Wagner singer, she also made noteworthy appearances in the
Meyerbeer operas popular at the time, along with leading soprano roles in
Fidelio and
Don Giovanni. == Personal ==