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Meglio was a renowned classical music composer who was born on January 1, 1950, in Rome, Italy. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known composer and conductor. From a young age, Meglio showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. Meglio began his musical education at the age of six, when he started taking piano lessons. He quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument, and his parents decided to enroll him in a music school. Meglio studied music theory, composition, and orchestration, and he also learned to play the violin and the cello. In 1968, Meglio was accepted into the prestigious Conservatorio di Santa Cecilia in Rome, where he studied under the tutelage of some of the most renowned composers of the time. He graduated with honors in 1972, and he immediately began working as a composer and arranger for various orchestras and ensembles. Meglio's early works were heavily influenced by the classical composers of the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms. His compositions were characterized by their intricate melodies, complex harmonies, and rich orchestration. Meglio's early works were well-received by critics and audiences alike, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most promising young composers of his generation. In the 1980s, Meglio began to experiment with new musical forms and styles. He was particularly interested in incorporating elements of jazz and rock music into his compositions, and he began to collaborate with musicians from these genres. Meglio's fusion of classical and popular music was groundbreaking, and it earned him a new generation of fans. One of Meglio's most famous works is his Symphony No. 5, which he composed in 1985. The symphony is a fusion of classical and rock music, and it features electric guitars, synthesizers, and a full orchestra. The piece was initially met with skepticism by classical music purists, but it quickly became a hit with audiences around the world. The Symphony No. 5 remains one of Meglio's most popular works to this day. Meglio continued to compose throughout the 1990s and 2000s, and he remained at the forefront of the classical music world. He was known for his innovative approach to composition, and he continued to experiment with new musical forms and styles. Meglio's later works were characterized by their use of electronic instruments and their incorporation of elements of world music. One of Meglio's final works was his opera, "The Last Days of Pompeii," which he composed in 2010. The opera tells the story of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, and it features a full orchestra, a choir, and a cast of soloists. The opera was a critical and commercial success, and it cemented Meglio's reputation as one of the greatest composers of his time. Meglio passed away on December 31, 2015, at the age of 65. He left behind a legacy of groundbreaking compositions that continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world. Meglio's contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for generations to come.

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