Bruno Bartoletti

Italian conductor and opera director

Bruno Bartoletti - Italian conductor and opera director
Born

June 10th, 1926
98 years ago

Died

June 9th, 2013
11 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Italy

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A prominent conductor and opera director, this individual was particularly influential in the world of opera. Conducted major operatic works including Puccini's 'La Bohème' and Verdi's 'Aida'. Served as the principal conductor at the Teatro Massimo in Palermo and at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Renowned for bringing to life both classic and contemporary works with precision and passion.

Conducted Puccini's 'La Bohème'

Served as principal conductor at Teatro Massimo

Directed operas at the Lyric Opera of Chicago

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