Giacinto Prandelli was an esteemed Italian tenor, widely admired for his interpretations of both the lyric and bel canto repertoires. Born on February 8, 1914, in Lumezzane, he embarked on a music career that would see him grace the stages of major opera houses across Italy and the world. Prandelli's career blossomed after his professional debut in 1942, at the Teatro Regio in Parma, where he performed as Rodolfo in Puccini's "La bohème", a role that would become one of his signatures.

While Prandelli's voice was celebrated for its beauty and refined artistry, it was his skillful delivery of character nuances that truly set him apart. His mastery and versatility allowed him to cover a broad spectrum of the Italian operatic tradition, from the dramatic intensity of Donizetti and the emotional depth of Puccini to the classical elegance of Mozart. Prandelli's recordings from the 1940s to the 1960s, including his exemplary work in "Mozart: Requiem in D Minor" and Puccini's "Il Tabarro", bear testimony to his vocal prowess and interpretative intelligence. His legacy lives on through his recorded works, ensuring that future generations can appreciate the artistry of one of Italy's vocal treasures. Prandelli passed away on June 14, 2010, leaving behind a rich legacy in the opera world.

Genres

Italian Tenor

Latest Release

Mozart: Requiem in D Minor, K. 626 (Remastered 2020)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart•

Renata Tebaldi•

Fedora Barbieri•

Giacinto Prandelli•

Cesare Siepi•

Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano

Album - 12 Tracks - Released October 16, 2020