Enrico Caruso

Born: February 25, 1873 in Naples, Italy, died August 2, 1921 ibid.
Since he came from a poor family, he was only with great difficulty able to afford the study of singing with Guglielmo Vergine in Naples. He was, beyond doubt, the best known singing personality of his time. His voice was originally a lyric tenor, but capable of the most dramatic climaxes. His phenomenal tone production, the smoothness of his registers, the nobility of his acting and singing style are even today to be marveled at on more than 200 records.