Here's the obituary that ran in Opera News in September 1961.
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“America’s Favorite Tenor.” That was what they called James Melton from the 1920s through the 1950s. He was perhaps the first multi-media performer—in a career that spanned concerts, recordings, movies, the Metropolitan Opera, radio and television. His fame as a singer was equaled by his renown as an antique car collector. In this hobby he was a pioneer in recognizing these vehicles not only as an important part of America’s history, but as works of art. His career and his hobby reflected the two great technologies that knit the country together in the 20th century—the airwaves and the automobile.
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Our newly-born eldest daughter helped to assuage the sorrow I felt at learning of Melton's passing. In his too-short life, he brought joy and beauty to countless fans the world over.
ReplyDeleteThis blog helps to keep that musical heritage alive. Many thanks, Margo!