Alfredo Kraus

Alfredo Kraus as the Duke in Rigoletto at his Metropolitan Opera debut.
Memorial tablet on the birthplace of Alfredo Kraus in the Calle de Colón in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Alfredo Kraus Trujillo (Spanish pronunciation: [alˈfɾeðo kɾaws tɾuˈxiʎo]; 24 November 1927 – 10 September 1999) was a distinguished Spanish tenor from the Canary Islands (known professionally as Alfredo Kraus), particularly known for the artistry he brought to opera's bel canto roles.[1] He was also considered an outstanding interpreter of the title role in Massenet's opera Werther, and especially of its famous aria, "Pourquoi me réveiller?"[2]

  1. ^ Kozinn, Allan (September 11, 1999). "Alfredo Kraus, Lyric Tenor Revered for Phrasing, Was 71". The New York Times. Retrieved 11 November 2019.
  2. ^ Matheopoulos, Helena (1989). Bravo – The World's Great Male Singers Discuss Their Roles. Victor Gollancz Ltd. pp. 111–116.

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