Antonio Scotti (1866-1936)

Place: Naples

Born: 1866

Death: 1936

Biography:

Italian baritone Antonio Scotti was born in Naples, Italy in 1866. He is best known for his performances at the New York Metropolitan Opera, where he sang for over 33 seasons. Scotti also performed with great success at London's Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, and Milan's La Scala. His debut was at Malta's Theatre Royal in 1889, where he performed the role of Amonasro in Giuseppe Verdi's Aida.

Early Life and Training

Scotti received his early vocal training from Esther Trifari-Paganini and Vincenzo Lombardi. He went on to become a principal artist at the New York Metropolitan Opera, performing in numerous productions throughout his career. Some of his notable roles include Enzo in La Gioconda, Sharpless in Madama Butterfly, and Barnaba in La Gioconda.

Career Highlights

Some of Scotti's career highlights include his performances at the Royal Opera House in London, where he sang in productions of La Traviata and Tosca. He also performed at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, singing in productions of La Bohème and Carmen. Scotti was known for his powerful voice and dramatic presence on stage.

• Notable Roles: Enzo in La Gioconda, Sharpless in Madama Butterfly, Barnaba in La Gioconda
• Notable Performances: Royal Opera House, Teatro alla Scala, New York Metropolitan Opera
• Awards and Honors: Antonio Scotti (1866-1936)

Legacy

Scotti died in 1936, but his legacy lives on through his numerous performances and recordings. He is remembered as one of the greatest baritones of his time, known for his powerful voice and dramatic presence on stage. La Collezione Bonello has a collection of Scotti's performances, including recordings of his roles in La Gioconda and Madama Butterfly.