Portrait of Gabriella Besanzoni.

Grabriella Besanzoni (mezzo-soprano), although was a contralto, dedicated herself to the studies of mezzo's tessitura. Her debut in this range was in Teatro Costanzi, in Rome. At the beginning of 20th century, she was consecrated the star of the famous Teatro Colón, in Buenos Aires. She was the founder of S.A. Teatro Brasileiro, which although having a short life was fundamental for consolidating opera in Brazil.