Composer

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Nino Rota

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1946

Average_duration

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103:33

Il Capella di paglia de Firenze is an opera composed by Nino Rota, an Italian composer, pianist, and conductor. The opera was composed in 1956 and premiered on March 21, 1956, at the Teatro La Fenice in Venice, Italy. The libretto was written by the Italian playwright and novelist, Italo Calvino. The plot of the opera revolves around a group of musicians from Florence who are invited to perform at a festival in a neighboring town. However, on their way to the festival, they get lost in the woods and end up spending the night in a haunted castle. The castle is inhabited by ghosts who are unable to rest until they hear a certain piece of music. The musicians agree to play the piece, and the ghosts are finally able to rest in peace. The opera is divided into two movements, with a total running time of approximately 90 minutes. The first movement is set in the woods, where the musicians get lost and stumble upon the haunted castle. The second movement takes place inside the castle, where the musicians perform for the ghosts. One of the characteristics of Il Capella di paglia de Firenze is its use of traditional Italian folk music. Rota incorporates elements of folk music into the score, giving the opera a distinctly Italian flavor. The opera also features a large ensemble cast, including a chorus, soloists, and a full orchestra. Il Capella di paglia de Firenze was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and it remains one of Rota's most popular works. The opera has been performed numerous times since its premiere, both in Italy and abroad. Its enduring popularity is a testament to Rota's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both entertaining and emotionally resonant.

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