Giuseppe Verdi
Italian composer of operas
Born
October 10th, 1813
211 years ago
Died
January 27th, 1901
124 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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An influential Italian composer of operatic works, contributed significantly to the development of the Italian opera. His early works included 'Nabucco', which established his reputation. Subsequent operas such as 'La Traviata', 'Aida', and 'Rigoletto' showcased innovative musical structures and complex characterization. Maintained a prolific career, composing nearly 30 operas, many of which remain essential to the operatic repertoire. His music often reflected social themes and struggles of the Italian unification period.
Composed 'La Traviata'
Created 'Aida'
Wrote 'Rigoletto'
Composed 'Nabucco'
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