(This post is dedicated to Maestro DeRenzi)
Renata Tebaldi was one of the greatest lyric Italian sopranos of all time. Dubbed 'la voce d'angelo" by Arturo Toscanini, she was one of the most beloved singers of her generation.
Her rivalry with Maria Callas served both women well, as it caused publicity that garnered audience for both. Later in life, Tebaldi was amused by the rivalry, because she couldn't understand why audiences and critics pitted her against Callas. Tebaldi's voice was more lyric and Callas was more of a dramatic-coloratura.
Tebaldi's plush, velvety voice was well served in the Italian verismo repertoire. She was an enchanting Mimi, a passionate Tosca, and a beautiful Desdemona.
Here are some of her most celebrated roles:
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