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Rockwell Blake

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Rockwell Blake

Born January 10, 1951 · Plattsburgh, New York, USA (age 75)

Rockwell Blake (born January 10, 1951) is an American operatic tenor, particularly known for his roles in Rossini operas. He was the first winner of the Richard Tucker Award. Born and raised in Plattsburgh, NY, Blake was the son of a mink farmer. After graduating from high school in Peru, he studied music first at the State University of New York at Fredonia and then at The Catholic University of…

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Concerto rossinianoConcerto rossiniano · 2025
Concerto rossiniano
2025
MovieMusic
From the Rai Auditorium in Turin, a concert featuring music by Gioachino Rossini. Conductor Tiziano Severini, choir director Bruno Casoni, soprano Mariella Devia, contralto Bernadette Manca Di Nissa, tenor Rockwell Blake, baritone Roberto Servile. Rai Turin Symphony Orchestra.
Elisabetta regina d'InghilterraElisabetta regina d'Inghilterra · 1985
Elisabetta regina d'Inghilterra
★ 10.01985
MovieMusicDrama
The Teatro Regio di Torino from Italy stars in this 1985 performance of Rossini's classic opera. Leading the all-star cast are Lella Cuberi, Daniela Dessi, Rockwell Blake, and Antonio Savastano. The orchestra is conducted by Gabriele Ferro.
Robert le DiableRobert le Diable · 1985
Robert le Diable
1985
MovieMusic
TV broadcast of Giacomo Meyerbeer's opera from L'Opera de Paris 1985.
The Met - Il Barbiere di SivigliaThe Met - Il Barbiere di Siviglia · 1988
The Met - Il Barbiere di Siviglia
★ 9.01988
MovieMusic
With its hilarious hijinks and vocal virtuosity, Rossini’s madcap comedy always proves a delightful treat. For this 1988 telecast, the Met assembled a cast capable of tackling both the musical and physical challenges of this bel canto farce, seen here in a whimsical production by John Cox. From the moment he takes the stage with Figaro’s iconic aria “Largo al factotum,” Leo Nucci combines winning charm with a robust baritone. Soprano Kathleen Battle tosses off one glittering vocal display after another as the feisty Rosina, while tenor Rowell Blake makes for an ardent Count Almaviva. Ralf Weikert conducts the lively performance, which also includes the comic duo of Enzo Dara as Dr. Bartolo and Ferruccio Furlanetto as Don Basilio.
Marin FalieroMarin Faliero · 2002
Marin Faliero
2002
MovieMusic
Rare production of the opera which immediately preceded Lucia di Lammermoor in Donizetti’s oeuvre. This performance was taped live at the Teatro Regio di Parma, January 5, 2002.

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The Met - Il Barbiere di SivigliaThe Met - Il Barbiere di Siviglia · 1988
The Met - Il Barbiere di Siviglia
★ 9.01988
MovieMusic
With its hilarious hijinks and vocal virtuosity, Rossini’s madcap comedy always proves a delightful treat. For this 1988 telecast, the Met assembled a cast capable of tackling both the musical and physical challenges of this bel canto farce, seen here in a whimsical production by John Cox. From the moment he takes the stage with Figaro’s iconic aria “Largo al factotum,” Leo Nucci combines winning charm with a robust baritone. Soprano Kathleen Battle tosses off one glittering vocal display after another as the feisty Rosina, while tenor Rowell Blake makes for an ardent Count Almaviva. Ralf Weikert conducts the lively performance, which also includes the comic duo of Enzo Dara as Dr. Bartolo and Ferruccio Furlanetto as Don Basilio.

Count Almaviva