Gigli, Berger, "Un dì felice" (Traviata), from Ave Maria

"Ave Maria and Non ti scordar di me are irresistible. The sweetness of Gigli's tone is a reflection of the sweetness of the personality. It's well seen in both these films. As in opera, one's disbelief in situations is suspended.

"In theory, Gigli was unsuited to the cinema, at least for young, romantic roles, but it's extraordinary how successful he is and how quickly--within a couple of scenes. One is willing him to succeed, and with his voice, he doesn't have any problem. It's one of the most glorious and beguiling voices; it's more than beautiful; his voice is like a siren, in the classical sense, it beckons you to his island.

"From a singer's point of view, listening as dispassionately as one is able, one can study him to learn and improve one's own performance--that's the force of the man's genius."
--Dennis O'Neill interviewed by Patrick O'Connor in International Opera Collector

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• Traviata
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[YouLoveLyssa]

I assume that Gigli's partner is Erna Berger

[shantibel]

Lovely and rare historical gem. Thank you

[osinging]

Great singing from Gigli and outstanding acting from Käthe von Nagy (in the box). 

[osinging]

The wonderful wonderful Berger.

[paulostroff99]

As good as it gets.Two of my all time favourite singers. A performance for the ages.

[Jeannina4ever]

Si si !! Beniamino Gigli che canta la traviata è un mito!! xD

[Aetion]

This aria is hand in glove for great Gigli's voice.

Thank you.

[Webarton]

This is a gem.