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Antonino Votto in Radiocorriere magazine, 1974

Antonino Votto (born October 30, 1896, died September 9, 1985) was a famous Italian conductor for operas and a teacher for singers. He worked a lot with the Teatro alla Scala opera house in Milan, Italy. In the 1950s, he made many recordings, especially with the legendary singer Maria Callas. Even though he was a reliable conductor and taught famous musicians like Riccardo Muti, some people felt his studio recordings didn't always show strong emotions. However, his live performances, like the operas Norma and La sonnambula with Maria Callas, were considered amazing! He also taught many students, including the singer Claudia Pinza Bozzolla.

Antonino Votto's Work

Antonino Votto was known for his important work in the world of opera. He helped bring many famous operas to life.

Working with Great Singers

Votto often worked with some of the biggest opera stars of his time. He was especially famous for his recordings with Maria Callas, who was one of the most well-known opera singers ever. Together, they created many classic recordings.

His Recordings

Votto made many recordings throughout his career. These recordings helped share his musical talent with people all over the world. He recorded operas by famous composers like Giacomo Puccini, Giuseppe Verdi, and Vincenzo Bellini.


Some of the operas he recorded include:

These recordings are still enjoyed by opera fans today.]]

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