Oberfelder, Arthur M., 1890 or 1891-1954

Near-sighted so could not appear in operas. Recorded for the Victor Talking Machine; taught at Curtis Institute of Music.

Ernestine Schumann-Heink (6-15-1861 to 11-17-1936) Czech-born American contralto. Sang mostly in Europe, coming to America to play in Broadway theatre and the Met.

Ernestine Schumann-Heink (6-15-1861 to 11-17-1936) Czech-born American contralto. Sang mostly in Europe, coming to America to play in Broadway theatre and the Met.

Ethel Waters (10-31-1896 to 10-1-1977) Started as blues singer (with Count Basie); first black person to star in all white Broadway show; Drama Critics Circle Award for performance in The Member of the Wedding.

Ferrucio Tagliavini (8-14-1913 to 1-28-1995) Operatic tenor active in the 40s and 50s; sang at the Met, San Francisco Opera, among others, and sang in movies.

Ferrucio Tagliavini (8-14-1913 to 1-28-1995) Operatic tenor active in the 40s and 50s; sang at the Met, San Francisco Opera, among others, and sang in movies.

Florence Macbeth (1891 to 1966) Sang abroad and with Chicago Opera; one of organizers of LA opera guild.

Forrest Lamont (1881-1937) Canadian-born American tenor.

Frances Yeend (1-28-1913 to 4-27-2008) Classical soprano; had an active international career as a concert and opera singer during 40s through 60s, performed at the Met and other US venues.

Francesco Valentino (1907 to 6-14-1991) Operatic baritone appearing at the met for over 21 seasons, best remembered for performances under Arturo Toscanini.