‘Speaking Personally: Louis Quilico in Conversation with Christina Petrowska Quilico’ Podcast Series Releases on Spotify
SHARES STORIES AND OBSERVATIONS IN NEW PODCAST SERIES
The multifaceted legacy of Louis Quilico (1925-2000), one of the leading operatic baritones of the 20th century, is captured in a new podcast series. Speaking Personally: Louis Quilico in Conversation with Christina Petrowska Quilico is now available on Spotify.
The series of 23 unedited and unfiltered conversations, each approx. 35 minutes, was recorded with his wife, acclaimed pianist Christina Petrowska Quilico, C.M., OOnt, FRSC, for their book, Mr. Rigoletto, In Conversation with Louis Quilico, published by Captus Books.
louis and christina quilico after a concert
With charming candour, the Montreal native reflects on his lengthy and illustrious career, noted in particular for his defining portrayal of Verdi’s tragic jester, Rigoletto. He sang the role more than 500 times at the Metropolitan Opera and other international houses. alongside the vocal legends of his day – tenors Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Jon Vickers and José Carreras, and sopranos Joan Sutherland, Renata Tebaldi, Renata Scotto and Beverly Sills.
He reflects on critics, new music, and staging. For young artists, he shares knowledge and advice based on his personally developed approach to the voice, as well as insights into the business side of performing.
Each podcast episode is hosted by well-known pianist, composer, and broadcaster Peter Tiefenbach. Technical operations are by Nik Beeson.