Donizetti: One of Opera’s Brightest Stars
The Classical Music Minute - A podcast by Steven Hobé, Composer & Host - Mondays
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Description Donizetti: One of Opera’s Brightest Stars in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact Gaetano Donizetti's first opera, "Il Pigmalione," was composed in 1816 when he was only 19 years old. This one-act opera, based on the myth of Pygmalion, showcases his early talent and promise as a composer. Though not as famous as his later works, "Il Pigmalione" is notable for its lyrical melodies and set the stage for Donizetti's prolific career in opera, including masterpieces li...