Alberta Masiello papers 1894-1990

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Alberta Masiello papers 1894-1990

http://archives.nypl.org/mus/20291

The papers of Alberta Masiello document her career as an opera vocal coach, as well as her early performing years. A significant portion of the collection, however, is a record of the opera careers of her grandfather and mother - Giuseppe and Giuseppina La Puma.

4.5 linear feet; 12 boxes

The New York Public Library. Music Division.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6316424

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