Beniamino Gigli (Recanati, March 20, 1890 – Rome, November 30, 1957) was an Italian lyric tenor born on the same day as the Danish heroic tenor Lauritz Melchior. He is considered one of the best tenors of the first half of the 20th century, and along with Enrico Caruso and Jussi Björling was the tenor of choice for lyric tenor roles at the Metropolitan Opera in New York before World War II. (Source: Wikipedia)
Classical: What Does it Mean in Art and Life?
By Alexandra York We start by identifying that the English term “classical” finds its etymological roots in the Latin adjective classicus which referred to the highest class of Ancient Roman citizens. “Classic” also denoted the Romans’ adoration of all Read more