09/06/2007
Opera Great Luciano Pavarotti Dies in Italy at 71
Luciano Pavarotti, the brilliant Italian tenor whose voice delivered opera out of its classical confines and made it a broader pop culture phenomenon, popularizing the art as never before, died this morning at his home in Modena, Italy, surrounded by friends and family. He had been battling pancreatic cancer. He was 71.
London's Royal Opera House at Covent Garden released a statement shortly after the news of his death: ""He was one of those rare artists who affected the lives of people across the globe in all walks of life. Through his countless broadcasts, recordings and concerts he introduced the extraordinary power of opera to people who perhaps would never have encountered opera and classical singing. In doing so, he enriched their lives. That will be his legacy."
His manager told the AP, "The Maestro fought a long, tough battle against the pancreatic cancer which eventually took his life. In fitting with the approach that characterized his life and work, he remained positive until finally succumbing to the last stages of his illness."
Luciano Pavarotti, Italian Tenor, Is Dead at 71 [nyt]
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I just woke up this morning and this is the first thing I hear about. The world truly has lost a valuable and beloved talent, God bless Luciano
Posted by: Alex | Sep 6, 2007 7:18:23 AM
Rest in Peace Maestro.
You were truly one of the Greats.
Posted by: Zeke | Sep 6, 2007 9:10:28 AM
The world has lost a great talent
Posted by: NOT a log cabin repub :-) | Sep 6, 2007 9:24:19 AM
I can only repeat what others have said, Pavarotti truly was great, great in every way. The fabulous trio of Sutherland, Horne and Pavarotti comes only in once a lifetime. And I'm lucky to have experienced it. It was truly a golden age of singing. I'll miss you, Pav, honey. Addio, carino.
Posted by: the queen | Sep 6, 2007 9:32:08 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCIyzNISw1Q
Pavarotti and James Brown singing Its a man's world. Introduced by Grace Jones
:-) Never think he wasn't cool
Posted by: jimmyboyo | Sep 6, 2007 9:32:12 AM
A truly great lost to the world. His voice was magical.
Posted by: dc-20008 | Sep 6, 2007 9:55:28 AM
For all the bad that humans do and cause, it is wonderful to be reminded of the beauty of which man is capable. Pavarotti’s voice often brought tears to my eyes because I knew, when I heard him, that there was something transcendent in this world. Something . . . that even death cannot silence.
Posted by: Brandon | Sep 6, 2007 10:30:50 AM
"For all the bad that humans do and cause, it is wonderful to be reminded of the beauty of which man is capable"
Beautifully put, Brandon!
Posted by: Leland Frances | Sep 6, 2007 10:44:50 AM
This is so sad. R.I.P. Maestro.
Posted by: soulbrotha | Sep 6, 2007 11:01:47 AM
Oh my god, that video clip was AWESOME! I've never seen it before.
Who woulda ever thought, Pavi and James Brown. Quite the combo!
Pavi seemed so effortless with his gift.
Amazing!
Thanks for sharing the clip Jimmyboyo.
And welcome back!
Posted by: Zeke | Sep 6, 2007 1:14:47 PM
Oh, and Brandon, well said; pure poetry! :)
Posted by: Zeke | Sep 6, 2007 1:16:42 PM
:-)
zeke
You tube also has a vid of Barry White and Pavarotti performing together Barry's My first, My last, My everything
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL0WFcygdWY
You tube also has him performing with U2 and a myriad of non classical performers. He was cool that way.
Posted by: jimmyboyo | Sep 6, 2007 1:50:41 PM
Beautifully put Brandon. Transcendent beauty.
Posted by: dave | Sep 6, 2007 2:13:59 PM
Beautifully put Brandon. Transcendent beauty.
Posted by: dave | Sep 6, 2007 2:16:35 PM