Pietro Mascagni (December 7, 1863 – August 2, 1945) was an Italian composer most noted for his operas. His 1890 masterpiece Cavalleria rusticana caused one of the greatest sensations in opera history and single-handedly ushered in the Verismo movement in Italian dramatic music. [wikipedia]
Cavalleria rusticana – Intermezzo
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Wilhelm Richard Wagner (22 May 1813, Leipzig – 13 February 1883, Venice) was a German composer, conductor, theatre director and essayist, primarily known for his operas (or “music dramas”, as they were later called). Unlike most other opera composers, Wagner wrote both the music and libretto for every one of his works.
He transformed musical [...]
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Friday, February 12th, 2010
Antonio Salieri (18 August 1750 – 7 May 1825) was an Italian composer and conductor from the Republic of Venice. As the Austrian imperial Kapellmeister from 1788 to 1824, he was one of the most important and famous musicians of his time. His music is rarely heard today outside of formal study.
Salieri and Mozart
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Friday, January 15th, 2010
Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verdi (October 9 or 10, 1813 – January 27, 1901) was an Italian Romantic composer, mainly of opera. He was one of the most influential composers of the 19th century. His works are frequently performed in opera houses throughout the world and, transcending the boundaries of the genre, some of his themes [...]
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Play music Carmen by Victoria Baker
The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre on Bennelong Point in Sydney, Australia. It was conceived and largely built by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, who in 2003 received the Pritzker Prize, architecture’s highest honour. The citation stated
There is no doubt that the Sydney Opera House is his [...]
Inside the opera, take seat and listen to the music. Credit
Jason7825
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