The flip side of filth
To the extent that singers should be considered stewards of their repertoire, equating bad singing to whatever “verismo” is will only be to the detriment of verismo.
8 pieces since 2008 — in 4 roles, at 3 companies, most often at San Francisco Opera.
1 piece as Paolo — stats above show all coverage for Renato Cioni.
View allTo the extent that singers should be considered stewards of their repertoire, equating bad singing to whatever “verismo” is will only be to the detriment of verismo.
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