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Gaetano Donizetti

    November 29, 1797 – April 8, 1848

    Domenico Donizetti was an Italian composer and a leading figure of the bel canto opera style in the nineteenth century. Although he penned nearly 70 operas, his early triumphs leaned towards comic works, with serious operas initially struggling to find audiences. His compositions are celebrated for their melodic richness and emotional depth, leaving a significant mark on subsequent generations of opera composers. Donizetti's career took him to major opera centers, navigating artistic and censorship challenges in cities like Naples and Paris.

    Lucrezia Borgia
    Die Regimentstochter
    Lucia von Lammermoor
    Maria Stuarda it Lib
    Maria Di Rohan
    Lucia di Lammermoor. The bride of Lammermoor. Opera in three acts