Background
Manford, Barbara Ann was born on November 13, 1929 in St. Augustine, Florida, United States. Daughter of William Floyd and Margaret (Kemper) Manford.
Manford, Barbara Ann was born on November 13, 1929 in St. Augustine, Florida, United States. Daughter of William Floyd and Margaret (Kemper) Manford.
Bachelor of Music in Voice, Florida State University, 1951. Master of Music, Florida State University, 1970. Studied with L. Palazzini, A. Strano, Japelli, E. Nikolaidi, E. Joseph.
Apearances in Europe, performing major roles in 12 leading opera houses, 1951—1958. With conductors including Alfredo Strano, Felice Cilario, Robert Shaw, Arnold Gamson, Giuseppe Patane, Ottavio Ziino. With numerous concerts and recitals Paris, Italy, Belgium.
Numerous radio, television, and concert appearances, since 1968. Artist-in-residence, associate professor voice Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, 1970—1990.
Member National Association Teachers Singing, Chicago Artists Association, American Teachers National Association, Sigma Alpha Iota, Pi Kappa Lambda. Christian Scientist.