The anthem was officially adopted in 1848 and was accompanied by music inspired by the Italian opera composer, Gioachino ...

Isn’t it fun to come across an unexpected delight? I had never heard Gioachino Rossini’s “Petite Messe Solennelle.” The Italian composer, who died in 1868, is best known for the opera ...

Gioachino Rossini had retired, and Vincenzo Bellini had died. The Bride of Lammermoor, is based on a true story that Scott ...

Delight must be the basis and aim of this art,' Rossini wrote. 'Simple melody – clear rhythm!' Rossini’s contribution to the development of opera was immense, indeed his works dominated the opera ...

Director Barbara Gaines’ production of Mozart’s opera is a bit wacky at times, with the audience waiting for the more ...

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This Saturday, November 9, the Civic Symphony will play its fall concert at Colchester’s Elley-Long Music Center. The Civic ...

(This time, Cipriani drew inspiration from famous Italian opera composer Gioachino Rossini.) While the Bellini was relished ...