Role

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Composer

Birth

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1889

Death

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1937

Period

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Contemporary

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Vocal

 

Ernesto Tagliaferri was an Italian composer of classical music who lived from 1889 to 1937. He was born in Rome, Italy, on December 6, 1889, to a family of musicians. His father, Luigi Tagliaferri, was a composer and conductor, and his mother, Maria Teresa Carunchio, was a singer. Ernesto grew up in a musical environment and showed an early interest in music. Ernesto Tagliaferri began his musical education at a young age. He studied piano with his father and later with the renowned pianist and composer Ferruccio Busoni. He also studied composition with Ildebrando Pizzetti and Ottorino Respighi. Tagliaferri's early compositions were influenced by the Italian opera tradition, and he wrote several operas during his career. In 1911, Tagliaferri's first opera, "La Locandiera," was premiered in Rome. The opera was well-received, and it established Tagliaferri as a promising young composer. He continued to write operas throughout his career, including "La Fiera di San Giovanni" (1913), "La Maschera" (1915), and "La Vedova Scaltra" (1925). In addition to his operas, Tagliaferri also wrote orchestral and chamber music. His works were characterized by their lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and colorful orchestration. Some of his most notable works include the "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra" (1922), the "Sinfonia in Re" (1924), and the "String Quartet in G Major" (1927). Tagliaferri's music was well-received during his lifetime, and he was recognized as one of the leading composers of his generation. He received several awards and honors, including the prestigious "Premio Italia" in 1932 for his opera "La Vedova Scaltra." Despite his success, Tagliaferri's life was not without its challenges. He suffered from poor health throughout his life, and he struggled with financial difficulties. He also faced criticism from some quarters for his adherence to traditional musical forms and styles. Ernesto Tagliaferri died on January 10, 1937, at the age of 47. His legacy as a composer has endured, however, and his music continues to be performed and appreciated by audiences around the world.

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