The singing voice has the power to resonate with audiences and stir emotions. In this course, we will discuss and compare the greatest tenors in the age of recorded music. Examples will include Enrico Caruso, Beniamino Gigli, Jussi Bjorling, Franco Corelli, Mario Lanza, Fritz Wunderlich, Luciano Pavarotti, and many more. Using their quintessential recordings, we will analyze various aspects of their performances, from timbre and technique to dramatic expression and interpretation. We will conclude with classic holiday albums and contemporary tenors.
This course will meet online October 14, 21, 28, November 4, and 11.