Corelli, Franco - Signed Photo in Fanciulla del West Playbills Music 1941) as Rodolfo in Puccini's

1941) as Rodolfo in Puccini's La Bohème at the Metropolitan Opera

German choral conductor (b

Photo has some creases over the lower left not affecting the signature

German baritone and teacher (1892-1958)

and died at age 43

Corelli, Franco - Signed Photo in Fanciulla del West Playbills Music 1941) as Rodolfo in Puccini'sStar Italian tenor (1921 2003), signed photo, shown as Dick Johnson in Puccini's Fanciulla del West. He had a major international opera career between 1951 and 1976, particularly associated with the spinto and dramatic tenor roles of the Italian repertory, and was celebrated universally for his powerhouse voice, electrifying top notes, clear timbre, very elegant and passionate singing and remarkable performances. Photo Size is 4 x 5. 75 inches, blind