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Word: giangiacomo (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1960-1969
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...stage. But after 15 minutes of the sort of anger that only Italians can feel about an operatic misdemeanor, the crowd had a change of heart and began to chant: "We forgive you, Stella." Urgently prompted by the management, the soprano finally returned to the stage, supported by Baritone Giangiacomo Guelfi. Slowly advancing to the footlights, she knelt, gazed beseechingly at her public and bent forward until her forehead touched the stage. "Forgive me," said she in a squeaky voice. "I've been feeling poorly all day." The audience gave a cheer, and the opera went on, with Stella...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Music: ... To Forgive Divine | 8/15/1960 | See Source »

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