Nicola Rescigno
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Nicola Rescigno

Conductor

Nicola Rescigno (May 28, 1916 – August 4, 2008) was an Italian-American conductor, particularly associated with the Italian opera repertory. Opera News said that "Rescigno was a seminal figure in the history of opera in America, a maestro and mentor who shaped the destiny and reputation of two major U.S. companies — Lyric Opera of Chicago and Dallas Opera — as well as countless singing and conducting careers.2

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Born May 28, 1916, died Aug 4, 2008.1

About

Vigorous musical integrity, idiomatic style and unfailing support of his singers were the hallmarks of his performances throughout his distinguished career, which lasted more than fifty years."

From Wikipedia’s article on Nicola Rescigno, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.2

Companies

Career

Occupation: conductor.4

Personal life

  • BornMay 28, 1916, New York City5
  • DiedAug 4, 2008, Viterbo6
  • CitizenshipUnited States7