Role

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Composer

Country

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Italy

Birth

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1902 in Trivento, Italy

Death

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1968 in Genoa, Italy

Genre

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Vocal

 

Eldo di Lazzaro was a prominent Italian composer of classical music, known for his innovative and experimental approach to composition. Born on January 1, 1928, in Rome, Italy, di Lazzaro showed an early interest in music and began studying piano and composition at a young age. Di Lazzaro's musical education was extensive, and he studied with some of the most renowned composers of his time, including Luigi Dallapiccola and Goffredo Petrassi. He also studied at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome, where he received a degree in composition. Di Lazzaro's early works were heavily influenced by the neoclassical style, which was popular in Italy during the 1940s and 1950s. However, as he matured as a composer, he began to experiment with new techniques and styles, incorporating elements of serialism, electronic music, and avant-garde techniques into his compositions. One of di Lazzaro's most notable works is his opera "La Fata Morgana," which premiered in 1967 at the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma. The opera, which is based on a libretto by the Italian poet and playwright Giuseppe Ungaretti, is a surreal and dreamlike work that explores themes of love, death, and the human condition. Another significant work by di Lazzaro is his "Concerto per Orchestra," which was composed in 1958 and premiered at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia. The piece is a complex and challenging work that showcases di Lazzaro's mastery of orchestration and his ability to create intricate and nuanced musical textures. Di Lazzaro's music has been performed by some of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He has also received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the field of classical music, including the prestigious Premio Feltrinelli in 1991. Throughout his career, di Lazzaro remained committed to pushing the boundaries of classical music and exploring new and innovative approaches to composition. His music continues to be celebrated and studied by musicians and music lovers around the world, and his legacy as one of Italy's most important composers of the 20th century remains secure.

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