James Shomate was particularly known for his work for which American operatic mezzo-soprano born June 11, 1913?
James Shomate James Shomate (Bakersfield, CA, November 13, 1914—Manhattan, October 13, 2001) was an American pianist and voice teacher. He was particularly known for his work as an accompanist; notably playing in concerts and recitals for famous singers like Pierre Bernac, Richard Bonelli, Brenda Lewis, Anna Moffo, Lily Pons, Yvonne Printemps, Elisabeth Söderström, Gérard Souzay, Risë Stevens, and Jennie Tourel among others. For many years he served as a member of the voice faculty at the University of Bridgeport.
Martina Arroyo Martina Arroyo (born February 2, 1936) is an American operatic soprano who had a major international opera career from the 1960s through the 1980s. She was part of the first generation of black opera singers to achieve wide success, and is viewed as part of an instrumental group of performers who helped break down the barriers of racial prejudice in the opera world.