[rpf]

too young, especially for such an amazing and productive artist:

http://www.npr.org/blogs/deceptivecadence/2011/11/23/142704522/montserrat-figueras-a-striking-voice-for-early-music-dies-at-69

RIP

[Rob Babcock]

I'm also saddened for the loss!  I just heard the news in my truck today while heading to my brother's place for dinner.  Such a talent, taken from us far too soon.