Code | DS/UK/12240 |
Name | Bergonzi; Carlo (13 July 1924-25 July 2014); Italian operatic tenor singer |
Dates | 13 July 1924-25 July 2014 |
Gender | Male (cisgender) |
Place of Birth/Origin | Polesine Parmense, Italy (born) |
Relationships | Spouse of Adele Aimi |
Biography | Carlo Bergonzi 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. |