Gigli, Beniamino. (1890–1957). Signed Photograph as an Honorary Member of the Gioventù Musicale d'Italia.
Signed photograph of the important Italian tenor, on a card used as a pass for the musical society Gioventù Musicale d'Italia. The card is also signed on the verso by the president of the organization, and notes that Gigli is an honorary member. In a small red portfolio embossed in gold: "A Beniamino Gigli / Il Centro Sperimentale Lirico del Circolo Musicale Giovanile / Milano 1947." 4.75 x 3.25 inches (12.3 x 8.2 cm).
In lyrical and romantic repertory, many regarded Gigli as the legitimate heir of Caruso. He made his professional debut as Enzo in La Gioconda at Rovigo in 1914 and his Rome Opera debut as Faust in Mefistofele in 1916. He later debuted at La Scala in 1918 and first appeared at the Met in 1920, singing every season there until 1932 when he returned to Europe.
Gigli, Beniamino. (1890–1957). Signed Photograph as an Honorary Member of the Gioventù Musicale d'Italia.
Signed photograph of the important Italian tenor, on a card used as a pass for the musical society Gioventù Musicale d'Italia. The card is also signed on the verso by the president of the organization, and notes that Gigli is an honorary member. In a small red portfolio embossed in gold: "A Beniamino Gigli / Il Centro Sperimentale Lirico del Circolo Musicale Giovanile / Milano 1947." 4.75 x 3.25 inches (12.3 x 8.2 cm).
In lyrical and romantic repertory, many regarded Gigli as the legitimate heir of Caruso. He made his professional debut as Enzo in La Gioconda at Rovigo in 1914 and his Rome Opera debut as Faust in Mefistofele in 1916. He later debuted at La Scala in 1918 and first appeared at the Met in 1920, singing every season there until 1932 when he returned to Europe.