Carlo Bergonzi (tenor)
Carlo Bergonzi (13 July 1924 – 25 July 2014) was an Italian operatic tenor. Although he performed and recorded some bel canto and verismo roles, he was above all associated with the operas of Giuseppe Verdi, including many of the composer's lesser known works he helped revive. He sang more than forty other roles throughout his career.
Carlo Bergonzi | |
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Bergonzi in front of Carnegie Hall in New York, 1994 | |
| Born | 13 July 1924 Polesine Parmense, Italy |
| Died | 25 July 2014 (aged 90) Milan, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Occupation | Opera singer |
| Years active | 1948–2000 |
| Spouse |
Adele Aimi (m. 1950–2014) |
| Children | 2 |
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