Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Irene Dalis-Loinaz Papers (1831-2015, bulk 1950-2000) contain vocal scores, librettos, writings, opera research materials, correspondence, photographs, administrative records, and audiovisual materials relating to her career as an international mezzo-soprano vocalist, the development of Opera San Jose, and, to a lesser extent, her tenure as professor at San Jose State University. The bulk of the collection is related to Dalis’ career as an opera singer as well as the founder of Opera...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Irene Dalis-Loinaz Papers (1831-2015, bulk 1950-2000) contain vocal scores, librettos, writings, opera research materials, correspondence, photographs, administrative records, and audiovisual materials relating to her career as an international mezzo-soprano vocalist, the development of Opera San Jose, and, to a lesser extent, her tenure as professor at San Jose State University. The bulk of the collection is related to Dalis’ career as an opera singer as well as the founder of Opera...

Scope and Contents From the Series:

The Photographs series includes photographs from Dalis' personal life and travels, but the bulk of the series contains photographs depicting Dalis' work during her mezzo-soprano career, and portraits she took for publicity shots and for her various opera roles. There also are other photos that depict her efforts for Opera San Jose and its events and outreach.