Contralto Lili Chookasian, 90
"Where many contraltos are endowed with the lightish, dusky equivalent of a viola, her voice - immense, deep, velvety and burnished - put a cello at her command. She was also praised for her sensitive musicianship, powerful dramatic characterizations and impeccable diction." The New York Times 04/13/12

Posted April 12, 2012 11:51 PM