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Roberta Peters was a soprano of remarkable talent, versatility, and endurance, captivating audiences with her dazzling technique and radiant stage presence for more than four decades. A fixture at the Metropolitan Opera, where she made her surprise debut in 1950 as Zerlina in Don Giovanni, she went on to give nearly 500 performances with the company, becoming one of its most beloved stars.

Renowned for her effortless coloratura and pinpoint accuracy, Peters excelled in roles that demanded both vocal agility and expressive nuance. From her unforgettable Gilda in *Rigoletto* to her shimmering Queen of the Night in Die Zauberflöte, she brought a unique combination of vocal brilliance and dramatic conviction to every role she touched. Though best known for her work in Mozart and bel canto repertoire, she also made notable forays into more lyric roles, always delivering performances of refinement and depth.

Beyond her operatic triumphs, Peters became a familiar presence to a wider audience through frequent television appearances, including numerous performances on The Ed Sullivan Show and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. Her charm and artistry helped bring opera to countless new listeners, cementing her status as one of America’s most treasured sopranos.

This compilation captures Peters at her best, featuring arias from Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Linda di Chamounix, Lucia di Lammermoor, Un Ballo in maschera, Rigoletto, La Traviata, La Bohème and Lakmé.

In Mono

OD 12183-1