A real life family aria that takes us through the world of opera--all its high notes, tragedies and artistry intact.When young Louis Quilico meets upcoming concert pianist Lina Pizzolongo, a personal and musical collaboration begins that sees Louis become one of the most accomplished baritones in the world. Their son, Gino, follows in his father's footsteps to emerge as a globetrotting opera singer. Theirs is a story of love, fame, estrangement, breakdown, and finally triumph.Connie Guzzo-McParland writes her own aria with this real-life family dynasty that takes us through the world of opera--all its high notes, tragedies and artistry intact.Open the curtain to a vivid retelling of the almost mythical yet very real story of the Quilicos. Guzzo-McParland finds the balance between runaway fame, love, personal identity, and family obligation in this outstanding read.--Susan Doherty, A Secret Music Gino is a great talent, a great voice, a real personality, and a beauitful actor. He has everything, and audiences are wild about him.--Luciano PavarottiI was fortunate enough in my musical endeavours to work with the Quilicos, both father and son, and I can only underline that I had the greatest pleasure to make music with these great artists.--Zubin MehtaBiography.
ISBN: | 9781773901244 |
Publisher: | Linda Leith Publishing |
Imprint: | Linda Leith Publishing |
Published date: | 15 Oct 2022 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 218 |
Weight: | 454g |
Height: | 229mm |
Width: | 152mm |
Spine width: | 18mm |