Beatrice Venezi appointment as musical director at La Fenice leads to strike

Brugnaro: give Beatrice Venezi a chance

Venice mayor Luigi Brugnaro urged musicians at La Fenice to give newly appointed musical director Beatrice Venezi a chance, amid ongoing protests. Speaking ahead of the New Year concert at the historic opera house. Brugnaro called for dialogue between Venezi and the orchestra. “I think it would be appropriate to give her a chance,” he […]

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Vincenzo Bellini, composer

On this day in history: composer Vincenzo Bellini born

On 3rd November 1801, Vincenzo Bellini, one of Italy’s most celebrated opera composers, was born in Catania, Sicily. Known for his long, flowing melodic lines and expressive style, Bellini played a significant role in the development of Italian opera during the early 19th century, influencing generations of composers.

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Jacopo Peri and a later Dafne programme

On this day in history: Opera composer Jacopo Peri dies

Jacopo Peri, who died on 12th August 1633, was a seminal figure in the history of Western music. Often referred to as the “father of opera,” Peri’s work laid the foundation for an entirely new genre of music, blending dramatic narrative with musical expression. His most famous contribution, Dafne, is widely recognised as the first […]

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