TWO VOICES FROM THE GOLDEN WEST

Last night The Italian Cultural Center of Chicago was delighted to host the tenor Marcello Giordani and baritone Marco Vratogna as they discussed their experiences in singing the roles of outlaw Dick Johnson and Sheriff Jack Rance in Puccini's La fanciulla del west (The Girl of the Golden West) at Lyric Opera of Chicago. Mr. Giordani enthusiastically explained how he started, almost by chance, his venture in the Opera world. Mr. Vratogna told differents anecdotes about his experience in the music world and shared how meeting Luciano Pavarotti was an eye-opening experience that inspired him to continue singing. The audience showed interest and enthusiasm and the event continued through the evening with a vibrant exchange between the two guests and their public.