Rosa Melba Ponselle

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Definition

Proper noun A stage name referring to an American operatic soprano, born Rosa Ponzillo (1897–1981), who was celebrated for her powerful voice and dramatic interpretations, particularly in Verdi and Bellini operas. The name combines her first name with parts of the names of two other famous sopranos, Nellie Melba and Adelina Patti, though she was professionally known simply as Rosa Ponselle.

Usage

This full name is used primarily in formal or historical reference to the singer, often to provide complete identification or in contexts detailing the history of opera. - The biography titled "Rosa Ponselle: A Centenary Biography" also delves into her early life as Rosa Melba Ponselle. - For the entry, please list the soprano under "Ponselle, Rosa Melba".

Advanced Usage
  • The compound name "Rosa Melba Ponselle" is typically used as a single referential unit and is not broken apart in standard usage. It functions as a complete proper noun.
Variants and Related Words
  • Ponselle, Rosa: The standard and most common professional name for the singer.
  • Ponzillo, Rosa: Her birth name.
Synonyms
  • Rosa Ponselle (the standard synonym)
  • The American Strad (a laudatory nickname referencing the quality of her voice)
Noun
  1. United States soprano (1897-1981)

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