Florence Louise Pettitt

Opera conductor, Conductor

– 2006

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Who was Florence Louise Pettitt?

Louise Pettitt, born Florence Louise Staples, was one of the first American female opera conductors. For over forty years, she simultaneously served as orchestral conductor, dramatic director, and vocal director for the Chaminade Opera Group, which she founded in 1959. She promoted the growth of opera, and the advancement of many performers ranging from amateur enthusiasts to internationally known professionals.

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Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • New England Conservatory of Music
Died
2006

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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