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Milva

Musician
Forfans of theatrical singing, brecht interpretations, european chanson, and franco battiato followers.
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Italian Song Author's Song New Wave

The Profile

Milva (born Maria Ilva Biolcati, 17 July 1939 – 23 April 2021) was an Italian singer and actress known for theatrical interpretations, German-language work and collaborations with composers such as Franco Battiato.

Known for Brecht interpretations and theatrical singing; performed in Italian, German and other languages; collaborated with Franco Battiato and Giusto Pio; nicknamed "La Rossa" and referred to as the "panther of Goro".

Two DeBaser reviews discuss Milva's collaborations and theatrical interpretation. London praises the 1982 album Milva e dintorni (Battiato/Pio). Ildebrando examines Milva's Brecht interpretations and alienation technique. Overall the coverage is appreciative of her interpretative strength.

Notable Quotes

❝ An entire work written by Franco Battiato and Giusto Pio for the voice of Milva, or rather a series of songs composed by the two that revolve around the magnetic and strong personality of the panther of Goro.
❝ "If people only want to see things they can understand, they shouldn’t go to the theater; they should go to the bathroom."
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