McCormack, John

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McCormack, John (1884-1945), was perhaps the most famous of Irish tenors. His popularity as a concert artist was almost unrivaled. It enabled him to amass a fortune estimated at over $1 million. McCormack commanded a light, clear voice and sang with perfect diction and great vocal finesse. He sang airs of the 1700's and Irish ballads with equal eloquence.

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