Jacopo Peri

Italian composer of early opera

Jacopo Peri - Italian composer of early opera
Born

August 20th, 1561
464 years ago

Died

1633
392 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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Born in 1561, contributed significantly to the development of opera in the late Renaissance. Worked with notable figures like Giovanni Battista Bardi and created the first opera, 'Dafne,' in 1597, which was based on a story from Ovid. Composed 'Euridice' in 1600, one of the earliest operas to survive in its entirety. His compositions laid the groundwork for the genre, influencing future operatic works.

Created 'Dafne', the first opera

Composed 'Euridice', one of the earliest operas

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