Margherita Roberti

Margherita Roberti, born Margaret Jean Roberts (1925 – January 23, 2021) was an American operatic soprano who had an active international career that spanned from 1948 to 1988. Although she performed throughout the world, Roberti achieved her greatest success and popularity in Italy. A dramatic soprano, Roberti drew particular acclaim for her portrayals of Verdi heroines. Among her signature roles are Amelia in Un ballo in maschera, Elisabetta in Don Carlos, Elena in I vespri siciliani, Odabella in Attila, and the title role in Luisa Miller. In 1970 she was awarded of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic.

Verdi: Nabucco (Recorded Live 1959) - 2015-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

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