María Luz Álvarez, born in Madrid, Spain, is a Spanish soprano known for her performances and recordings of early music. She began her musical journey studying with Max van Egmond and Peter Kooy. Álvarez's career took off as she performed with notable ensembles such as the Capilla Real de Madrid, Huelgas Ensemble, and Capella Figuralis under Jos van Veldhoven. Her discography includes albums like Canta Venetia! (2002) with Lex Eisenhardt, Cantadas de pasión (2005) with Accentus Austria and Thomas Wimmer, and Las Amazonas de España (2005), featuring Raquel Andueza and Los Musicos del Buen Retiro. Álvarez's contributions to early music have been recognized through her collaborations with various ensembles and her recordings, which highlight her versatility and skill in the genre.
