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During the month of August, Dead Tenors' Society is honoring the memory of the great Italian tenor Enrico Caruso (1873-1921). A selection of "Desert Island Discs" will be showcased, giving an example of the Caruso recordings that I cannot live without. You may have your own favorites...here is one of mine.
In addition to his work as a vocalist, Caruso also fancied himself something of a songwriter and lyricist. Late in his career, the tenor borrowed themes by the Italian composer C. A. Bracco (1850-1903), composed lyrics to suit the music and created "Serenata - Memories of a Concert". Caruso recorded this piece for the Victor label on September 11, 1919 and it became one of his most popular recordings.