Alfredo Costa

Alfredo Costa (1874 in Rome – 1913 in Naples) was an Italian operatic baritone who had an active international career from 1900 until his death in 1913 at the age of 39. He appeared in French and Italian language operas of the 19th century and early 20th century, performing throughout the Italian provinces, and in Brazil, Chile, France, Portugal, Ukraine, and the United States. His voice is preserved on recordings made for Pathé Records in 1908, and for Odeon Records and the Gath & Chaves department store in Buenos Aires.

Life and career Born in Rome, Costa initially worked as a photographer alongside his father, Mariano, in the studio of Fotografia Reale di Montabone. He died of nephritis in Naples in 1913. He was married to soprano Isabella Orbellini.