Franco Corelli was obsessed with refining his technique, especially the lyrical parts. For a big voice, the skill was incredible. He was basically a singing god. I don't know how critics can claim he was devoid of brains and style. Although I will say, some of his off performances or ventures in the...

The comparisons are not fair. Some modern singers' off nights are included or repertory they barely touched, while for the oldschool examples some of the best renditions ever are used. The maker of this video has an agenda.

(4) That said, and the shortcomings of Alagna's acoustical recording notwithstanding, even that attempt shows Alagna's voice definitely clearer and more authentic than his digital studio recordings. The difference between what you hear here and what you are used to when hearing Alagna is not fault ...

What are your favorite vocal match ups for any duet in opera? Timbres that blended well, without one drowning the other out. My vote goes to Pavarotti and Sutherland.

I recently read that he said he was a leggiero voice in a big body. Do you agree? I think this is a more accurate description for Joseph Calleja, not Luciano Pavarotti.

Never heard of her. What more do you know?

Who is worth their legendary status?

A favorite of mine! Thank you, Geoff!

A hunk. He sings well too!