Gianna Rolandi

Gianna Rolandi
Born(1952-08-16)August 16, 1952
New York City, U.S.
DiedJune 20, 2021(2021-06-20) (aged 68)
Chicago, U.S.
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(m. 1989)​
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Gianna Rolandi (August 16, 1952 – June 20, 2021)[1] was an American soprano. She was based at the New York City Opera (NYCO) and enjoyed a 20-year national and international career in coloratura soprano roles. She retired from performing in 1994 and served as director of and principal instructor at the Lyric Opera of Chicago's opera studio until 2013.[2]

  1. ^ Bordello, Enzo (June 20, 2021). "Gianna Rolandi 1952–2021". Parterre Box.
  2. ^ "Lyric Opera's Gianna Rolandi Retires As Director of Ryan Opera Center After 2012/13 Season". Showbiz Chicago. September 27, 2012.