Oberfelder, Arthur M., 1890 or 1891-1954

Marian Anderson (2-27-1897 to 4-8-1993) one of the most celebrated singers of the 20th century. Important figure in the struggle for black artists to overcome racial prejudice and was first black person to perform at the Metropolitan Opera in New York

Mona Paulee (?) Mezzo soprano at the Met and in musical theatre.

Patrice Munsel (5-14-1925) Youngest singer who ever starred at the Met and appeared on many TV shows.

Patrice Munsel (5-14-1925) Youngest singer who ever starred at the Met and appeared on many TV shows.

Rosa Ponselle (1-22-1897 to 5-25-1981) Operatic soprano who sang mainly at the NY Met; one of the greatest sopranos of the past 100 years.

Rosa Ponselle (1-22-1897 to 5-25-1981) Operatic soprano who sang mainly at the NY Met; one of the greatest sopranos of the past 100 years.

Rosa Ponselle (1-22-1897 to 5-25-1981) Operatic soprano who sang mainly at the NY Met; one of the greatest sopranos of the past 100 years.

Yma Sumac (9-13-1922 to 11-1-2006) Soprano of exotica music with extreme vocal range to five octaves.