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"Caruso is not another Jean De Reszke, but he is the best Italian tenor we have had since [Francesco] Tamagno, and his finished vocal method and pleasing quality of voice recall the ear-tickling Campanini. Of all tenors before and since the incomparable Jean, he is most gratefully welcomed because of his perfect intonation. He has an air of abandon that is fetching, sings like a big healthy boy fond of the sound of his own voice." Caruso was featured in every opening night at the Metropolitan from 1903 through 1920 (with the exception of 1906). He made over 250 recordings for Victor Talking Machine Company. |