Musicians who died on December 19

Take a focused look at the musicians who passed away on December 19. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2004 Renata Tebaldi

  Renata Tebaldi was an acclaimed Italian soprano opera singer, remembered for her interpretations of the Italian lyrical and dramatic repertoire, especially works by Verdi and Puccini. She enjoyed an extensive international career, performing at major opera houses such as La Scala and the Metropolitan Opera. [bio]