Wladimiro Ganzarolli

Wladimiro Ganzarolli (1932–2010) was a celebrated Italian operatic bass-baritone, renowned especially for his performances in Mozart and Rossini operas. Born in Venice, he studied at the Conservatorio di Musica Benedetto Marcello di Venezia and made his professional debut in 1958 as Mephistopheles in *Faust* at Milan’s Teatro Nuovo. Ganzarolli quickly became a fixture at major opera houses such as La Scala in Milan, the Vienna State Opera, and London's Royal Opera House, where he debuted in 1965. He was admired for his wide-ranging voice, impeccable diction, and comic timing, bringing roles like Figaro, Leporello, Escamillo, and Guglielmo to vibrant life on stage. Beyond Italy, he also performed in major opera venues worldwide, including San Francisco, Chicago, Buenos Aires, and Barcelona.

Ganzarolli’s extensive repertoire included not only Italian staples such as Donizetti and Rossini but also works by Meyerbeer, Cherubini, and Monteverdi. His versatility shone in both dramatic and comic roles, and he was particularly praised for his portrayals in Mozart operas, such as *Le Nozze di Figaro* and *Così fan tutte*. His career spanned decades, and he also contributed as a director in Venice later in life. His recordings capture a rich legacy of Italian opera interpretation, making him a beloved figure among opera aficionados.

Genres

Opera

Latest Release

Donizetti - Il Duca d'Alba

Gaetano Donizetti•

Wladimiro Ganzarolli•

Thomas Schippers

Album - 25 Tracks - Released February 12, 2018