Country

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Italy

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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

Ferruccio Furlanetto is a renowned Italian bass opera singer who has performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses. He was born on 16th June 1949 in Sacile, a small town in the northeastern region of Italy. Furlanetto's love for music began at a young age, and he started singing in the local church choir. He later joined the conservatory in Padua, where he studied under the guidance of maestro Ettore Campogalliani. Furlanetto made his professional debut in 1974 at the Teatro Comunale in Bologna, where he played the role of Timur in Puccini's Turandot. He quickly gained recognition for his powerful voice and commanding stage presence, and his career took off. In 1979, he made his debut at La Scala in Milan, playing the role of Fiesco in Verdi's Simon Boccanegra. This performance was a turning point in his career, and he became a regular performer at La Scala. Furlanetto's international career began in 1980 when he made his debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, playing the role of Philip II in Verdi's Don Carlo. He has since performed in all the major opera houses around the world, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Paris Opera, the Vienna State Opera, and the Berlin State Opera. Furlanetto is known for his powerful and expressive voice, which has made him a sought-after performer in the operatic repertoire. He has played some of the most iconic roles in opera, including Don Giovanni, Boris Godunov, King Philip II, and Don Quixote. He has also performed in contemporary operas, including John Adams' Nixon in China and Peter Eötvös' Three Sisters. Furlanetto has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1986, he was awarded the prestigious title of "Commendatore" by the Italian government for his contributions to the arts. He has also been awarded the "Premio Abbiati" by the Italian music critics association and the "Lauri Volpi" award for his outstanding performances in the operatic repertoire. One of Furlanetto's most memorable performances was his portrayal of King Philip II in Verdi's Don Carlo at the Metropolitan Opera in 1996. His performance was praised for its emotional depth and powerful vocal delivery, and it remains one of his most iconic roles. He has also received critical acclaim for his performances in Mozart's Don Giovanni and Rossini's Guillaume Tell. Furlanetto is also a dedicated teacher and mentor to young opera singers. He has taught masterclasses at the Accademia Chigiana in Siena and the Mozarteum in Salzburg, and he has served as a judge for several international singing competitions. In addition to his operatic career, Furlanetto is also a passionate advocate for environmental conservation. He has been involved in several initiatives to protect the environment, including the "Save the Whales" campaign and the "Greenpeace" movement. Furlanetto continues to perform regularly and is considered one of the greatest bass opera singers of his generation. His powerful voice and commanding stage presence have made him a beloved performer among opera enthusiasts around the world.

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