Anna Bonitatibus, an Italian mezzo-soprano, made her debut in 1999 at La Scala in Milan, conducted by Riccardo Muti.
Performer Biography
Anna Bonitatibus has distinguished herself on numerous award-winning CDs as a performer of Baroque operas, Neapolitan opera buffa, and French repertoire.
Historical Context
Until the end of the 19th century, it was forbidden or frowned upon for women to wear trousers in public, making women in 'trouser roles' on stage a sensation.
Album & Artwork
The album title "EN TRAVESTI" refers to the theatrical practice of performers dressing in clothes of the opposite sex, particularly relevant to the 'trouser roles' featured.
Performer Biography
Corrado Rovaris, the conductor, was awarded knighthood by the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic in 2015.
Performer Biography
The Münchner Rundfunkorchester (Munich Radio Orchestra) was founded in 1952 and has developed a wide-ranging artistic spectrum, including concert performances of operas and sacred music.
Performer Biography
Corrado Rovaris has been the Music Director of Opera Philadelphia since the 2004-2005 season, a position he has held ever since.
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