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Cesira Ferrani

Singer (1863-1943) · Italy · On the map · Musicians · Died at 79

Cesira Ferrani was an Italian operatic lyric soprano who is best known for debuting two of the most iconic roles in opera history, Mimì in the original 1896 production of Giacomo Puccini's La bohème and the title role in Puccini's Manon Lescaut in its 1893 world premiere.

Cesira Ferrani is read about 9 times a day, in 9 languages.

A typical day, 30 days to 18 June 2026

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About this person

Ferrani sang a wide repertoire that encompassed not only verismo opera but the works of composers like Verdi, Gounod, Wagner, and Debussy.

Country
Italy
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1863 to 1943 · aged 79