The Grammy Award – Best Classical Vocal Solo has been awarded since 1959. There have been several minor changes to the name of the award over this time: * From 1959 to 1960 and from 1962 to 1964 the award was known as Best Classical Performance - Vocal Soloist (with or without orchestra) * In 1961 it was awarded as Best Classical Performance - Vocal Soloist * In 1965 it was awarded as Best Vocal Soloist Performance (with or without orchestra) * In 1966, 1968 and from 1971 to 1990 it was awarded as Best Classical Vocal Soloist Performance * In 1967 it was awarded as Best Classical Vocal Soloist Performance (with or without orchestra) * In 1969 it was awarded as Best Vocal Soloist Performance * In 1970 it was awarded as Best Vocal Soloist Performance, Classical * In 1991 it was award