Birth

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January 13, 1934 in Granze, Italy

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Opera

 

Renato Bruson is a renowned Italian operatic baritone who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. He was born on January 13, 1936, in Granze, a small town in the province of Padua, Italy. Bruson grew up in a family of farmers and was the youngest of six siblings. His father was a self-taught musician who played the accordion, and his mother was a homemaker. Bruson's love for music began at an early age, and he started singing in the church choir when he was just six years old. He was also interested in playing the accordion like his father, but his father encouraged him to pursue singing instead. Bruson's father recognized his son's talent and arranged for him to have singing lessons with a local teacher. Bruson's talent was soon recognized by others, and he was invited to sing in various local events. He also participated in singing competitions and won several prizes. In 1955, Bruson moved to Padua to study at the Conservatorio di Musica "Cesare Pollini." He studied under the guidance of Maestro Ettore Campogalliani, who helped him develop his voice and technique. After completing his studies, Bruson made his professional debut in 1960 at the Teatro Lirico Sperimentale in Spoleto, Italy, where he sang the role of Figaro in Rossini's "The Barber of Seville." His performance was well-received, and he was soon invited to sing in other opera houses in Italy. Bruson's international career began in 1969 when he made his debut at the Royal Opera House in London, where he sang the role of Germont in Verdi's "La Traviata." He also made his debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York in 1974, where he sang the role of Rodrigo in Verdi's "Don Carlo." Bruson's repertoire includes a wide range of roles, from Mozart to Verdi to Puccini. He is particularly known for his interpretations of Verdi's baritone roles, such as Rigoletto, Macbeth, and Simon Boccanegra. He has also sung in many other operas, including "Don Giovanni," "The Marriage of Figaro," "Carmen," and "Tosca." Bruson has performed in many of the world's leading opera houses, including La Scala in Milan, the Vienna State Opera, the Paris Opera, and the Berlin State Opera. He has also performed in many festivals, including the Salzburg Festival, the Glyndebourne Festival, and the Edinburgh Festival. Bruson has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1981, he was awarded the title of "Commendatore" by the Italian government for his contribution to the arts. He has also been awarded the "Premio Abbiati" by the Italian music critics' association and the "Puccini Prize" by the Puccini Foundation. Bruson has also been recognized for his humanitarian work. In 1999, he founded the "Renato Bruson Foundation," which provides scholarships to young singers and musicians. He has also been involved in various charitable organizations, including the "Amici dei Bambini" (Friends of Children) and the "Associazione Italiana per la Lotta contro il Cancro" (Italian Association for the Fight against Cancer). Bruson has recorded many of his performances, and his recordings have been widely praised by critics. He has also appeared in several films and television productions, including the film "La Traviata" directed by Franco Zeffirelli. Bruson retired from the stage in 2008, but he continues to be involved in the world of music. He teaches masterclasses and serves as a judge in singing competitions.

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