Luisa Tetrazzini



Opera Week continues here at OPOD, but I am not sure why. We present for your enjoyment a picture of Luisa Tetrazzini, an Itallian Coloratura Suprano. She was a famous opera star of the early 1900's. You can listen to a recording of her singing below.

Now, if I am going to be honest with you all I will have to say that I just don't "get" opera. I don't understand the words, I can not detect any discernible "beat" to the music, the songs are long, and quiet frankly, not that pleasant to listen to. So, you will likely not see me at the opera. Perhaps a more refined visitor could explain to us the attraction of the opera.

As promised, Ms. Tetrazzini singing: