Gino Penno was an Italian tenor born on December 8, 1920, in Felizzano, Piedmont, Italy. He is known for his robust tenor voice, often described as a "tenore robusto" from the old Italian school of singing. Penno's career highlights include performances in various operas, and he was featured in the film "Puccini" (1953). His vocal style was characteristic of the traditional Italian tenor sound, and he participated in numerous live recordings of Verdi's operas, such as "Macbeth," "La forza del destino," "Aroldo," "Aida," "Attila," and "Il Trovatore." Gino Penno passed away on February 8, 1998, in Milan, Italy.
Penno's legacy is preserved through his contributions to opera recordings and his portrayal of roles in Verdi's works. His performances are remembered for their powerful and expressive qualities, reflecting the traditional Italian operatic style of his time.
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