Mamie Perry Wood (1862–1949) was a pioneering American opera singer from Los Angeles, California. Trained in Italy, she debuted in Ostiglia in 1881 under the stage name Maria Perrini, earning acclaim as the "Canary of the Pacific." Wood's performances in Milan and Florence further solidified her reputation. Returning to Los Angeles, she became the city's first operatic diva, credited with igniting enthusiasm for grand opera. Her contributions significantly shaped the early musical landscape of Los Angeles. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mamie_Perry_Wood?utm_source=openai))