Description

VICENTE BALLESTER (VALENCIA, SPAIN, 1887 – VALENCIA, SPAIN, 3 OCOTBER, 1927)

 

 

 

 

He began his vocal studies in Barcelona under the guidance of Casas y Mayoral. In 1913, he advanced his training in Paris, studying with the legendary tenor Jean de Reszke, one of the most respected vocal instructors of his time.

He likely made his debut in Paris, performing in key roles such as Radamès in Aida, Turiddu in Cavalleria Rusticana, and Canio in Pagliacci. His Italian debut took place in 1914 at the Teatro Martinetti in Garlasco, where he portrayed Renato in Giuseppe Verdi’s Un Ballo in Maschera. This marked the beginning of his career in Italy, where he continued to establish himself as a talented baritone with a promising future.

 

Chronology of some appearances

 

1914 Garlasco Teatro Martinetti Ballo in Maschera (Renato)

1919 Syracuse Teatro Wieting Aida (Amonasro)

1920 Washington Teatro Belasco Trovatore (Conte)

1921 Portland Public Auditorium Faust (Valentin)

1922 New York Teatro Century Otello (Jago)

1926 New York Manatthan Rigoletto (Rigoletto)

1927 Valencia Teatro Principal Concert

 

TRACKLIST

 

 

1. Al fin solos Salida de Frank Recitado Y Romanza Columbia S64 2275-X
2. Albada Catalana (Pascual Veiga) Columbia S 5129 83029
3. Alborada Gallega (Pascual Veiga) Columbia S 5129 83027
4. Alma Gitana – Tientos (A. Soler) Columbia S106 2289-X
5. Asi Es Mi Patria Cancion Columbia S72 2282-X
6. Ave María Columbia Regal S 69 48421
7. De mi España canción Columbia S70 2280-X
8. El Rosario Canto Religioso Columbia 48436 S 69
9. Eva (Lehár) A media noche aqui with Luisa Bonori Columbia 93116 2286-X
10. Follas E Vento (Zon) Columbia S88 82701
11. La Alegria Que Vuelve Viejo Rincón – Romanza Columbia S5094 52003-X
12. La Alegria Que Vuelve Pueblecito tranquilo – Romanza (Micelli) Columbia S5091 5
13. La Gran Via Caballero de Gracia Columbia S68 2278-X
14. La Partida Cancion Espanola (Alvarez) Columbia S5093 52002-X
15. Las golondrinas (Usandizaga) Caminar, caminar Columbia S5090 38048