Giuseppe Verdi is renowned as an Italian opera composer, celebrated for his dramatic and emotive works.
He was born on October 10, 1813, in Le Roncole, Italy, and began his musical education at a young age.
Verdi's early musical talent was nurtured by a local patron, Antonio Barezzi, who supported his education.
Biography
Early Life
Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verdi was born on October 10, 1813, in Le Roncole, a village near Busseto, Italy. He was the first child of Carlo Giuseppe Verdi and Luigia Uttini, who were of moderate means. His early education in music was supported by a local patron, Antonio Barezzi. Verdi's musical talent emerged at a young age; by the age of four, he was receiving private lessons, and by six, he was attending school. His passion for music led him to learn the organ, and he became the official paid organist at just eight years old.
Career
Verdi's career as a composer began in earnest in the 1830s, and he quickly gained recognition for his operas. His works, including masterpieces like "Rigoletto," "La traviata," and "Aïda," showcased his ability to blend dramatic storytelling with rich musical composition. Throughout his life, Verdi faced criticism but ultimately secured his place as one of the greatest opera composers of the 19th century. His operas were frequently performed, and he became a central figure in the Italian opera scene.
Legacy
Despite facing mixed reviews during his lifetime, Verdi's reputation grew significantly after his death on January 27, 1901. He is now celebrated as a pivotal figure in classical music, with his operas remaining staples in the repertoires of opera houses worldwide. The Instituto di Studi Verdiani was established in Parma in 1959, further solidifying his legacy and ensuring ongoing research into his life and works. Verdi's influence on the genre of opera is profound, and he is remembered not only for his compositions but also for his contributions to the cultural identity of Italy.
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Discography
Requiem / Quattro Pezzi Sacri1968
- 1.Requiem9:05
- 2.Dies Irae, Part 114:05
- 3.Dies Irae (Concl.)22:40
- 4.Offertorio10:08
- 5.Sanctus2:34
- 6.Agnus Dei4:53
- 7.Lux Aeterna6:42
- 8.Libera Me13:30
La traviata1967
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La traviata1967
- 1.La traviata: Preludio3:33
- 2.La traviata: Atto I. “Dell’invito trascorsa è già l’ora”4:44
- 3.La traviata: Atto I. “Libiamo ne’ lieti calici”3:04
- 4.La traviata: Atto I. “Che è ciò?”2:23
- 5.La traviata: Atto I. “Un dì felice eterea”3:18
- 6.La traviata: Atto I. “Ebben? Che diavol fate?”1:16
- 7.La traviata: Atto I. “Si ridesta in ciel l’aurora”1:33
- 8.La traviata: Atto I. “È strano, è strano!” – “Ah fors è lui”6:11
- 9.La traviata: Atto I. “Follie! Follie! Delirio vano”1:07
- 10.La traviata: Atto I. “Sempre libera”3:42
- 11.La traviata: Atto II. “Lunge da lei” – “De’ miei bollenti spiriti”4:07
- 12.La traviata: Atto II. “Oh, mio rimorso!”3:03
- 13.La traviata: Atto II. “Alfredo?” – “Per Parigi or or partiva”3:49
- 14.La traviata: Atto II. “Pura siccome un angelo”1:37
- 15.La traviata: Atto II. “Non sapete quale affetto”4:42
- 16.La traviata: Atto II. “Ah, dite alla giovine”5:40
- 17.La traviata: Atto II. “Morrò! Morrò!”3:35
- 18.La traviata: Atto II. “Dammi tu forza, o cielo!”3:50
- 19.La traviata: Atto II. “Ah, vive sol quel core all’amor mio!”2:15
- 20.La traviata: Atto II. “Di Provenza il mar”3:59
- 21.La traviata: Atto II. “Nè rispondi”0:29
- 22.La traviata: Atto II. “No, non udrai rimproveri”3:30
- 23.La traviata: Atto II. “Avrem lieta di maschere la notte”1:05
- 24.La traviata: Atto II. “Noi siamo zingarelle”2:53
- 25.La traviata: Atto II. “Di Madride noi siam mattadori”2:37
- 26.La traviata: Atto II. “Alfredo! Voi?”3:52
- 27.La traviata: Atto II. “Invitato a qui seguirmi”2:26
- 28.La traviata: Atto II. “Ogni suo aver tal femmina”1:34
- 29.La traviata: Atto II. “Di sprezzo degno sè stesso rende”5:45
- 30.La traviata: Atto III. Preludio3:20
- 31.La traviata: Atto III. “Annina?” – “Comandate?”4:20
- 32.La traviata: Atto III. “Teneste la promessa…”1:34
- 33.La traviata: Atto III. "Addio del passato25:59
- 34.La traviata: Atto III. “Largo al quadrupede”0:45
- 35.La traviata: Atto III. “Signora” – “Che t’accadde?”1:44
- 36.La traviata: Atto III. “Parigi, o cara”4:23
- 37.La traviata: Atto III. “Ah, non più”1:46
- 38.La traviata: Atto III. “Ah, gran Dio, morir sì giovine”2:55
- 39.La traviata: Atto III. “Ah, Violetta!” – “Voi, signor!”1:41
- 40.La traviata: Atto III. “Prendi, quest’è l’immagine”3:10
- 41.La traviata: Atto III. “È strano!”1:13
Un ballo in maschera1967
- 1.Un ballo in maschera: Atto I, scena 120:46
- 2.Un ballo in maschera: Atto I, scena 228:46
- 3.Un ballo in maschera: Atto II. Beginning18:58
- 4.Un ballo in maschera: Atto II. Conclusion12:40
- 5.Un ballo in maschera: Atto III, scena 124:16
- 6.Un ballo in maschera: Atto III, Scene 222:27
Luisa Miller1965
- 1.Luisa Miller: Atto I, Nº 1c. "Lo vidi, e 'l primo palpito" (Luisa) - Nº 1d. "Luisa, un pegno ingenuo" (Contadini, Luisa, Rodolfo, etc) - Nº 1e. "T'amo d'amor ch'esprimere" (Luisa, Rodolfo, Miller)7:05
- 2.Luisa Miller: Atto I, Nº 2b. "Sacra la scelta è d'un consorte" (Miller) - Nº 2c. "Costarti, o vecchio debole" (Wurm, Miller) - Nº 2d. "Ah! fu giusta il mio sospetto!" (Miller)6:25
- 3.Luisa Miller: Atto I, Nº 3b. "Il mio sangue, la vita dorei" (Walter)3:19
- 4.Luisa Miller: Atto I, Nº 4b. "Dell'aule raggianti di vano splendore" - Nº 4c. "Che intendo!..Sì vaga, sì eccelsa consorte" - Nº 4d. "Deh! la parola amara" (Federica, Rodolfo)5:47
- 5.Luisa Miller: Atto II, Nº 7c. "Tu puniscimi, o Signore" (Luisa)2:52
- 6.Luisa Miller: Atto II, Nº 7e. "A brani, a brani, o perfido" (Luisa, Wurm)3:22
- 7.Luisa Miller: Atto II, Nº 8c. "L'alto retaggio non ho bramato" (Walter, Wurm)4:02
- 8.Luisa Miller: Atto II, Nº 10b. "Quando le sere, al placido" (Rodolfo)3:38
- 9.Luisa Miller: Atto III, Nº 12b. "La tomba è un letto sparsa di flori" - Nº 12c. "Il foglio lacero, annulo" - Nº 12d. "Andrem, raminghi e poveri" (Luisa, Miller)8:48
- 10.Luisa Miller: Atto III,."Donna, per noi terrible" - Nº 13c. "Quai grida intesi...Padre, ricevi l'estremo addio" (Rodolfo, Luisa, Miller)9:48
Requiem1964
- 1.Messa da Requiem: Requiem & Kyrie
- 2.Messa da Requiem: Dies irae: Dies irae
- 3.Messa da Requiem: Offertorio
- 4.Messa da Requiem: Sanctus: Sanctus
- 5.Messa da Requiem: Agnus Dei
- 6.Messa da Requiem: Lux aeterna
- 7.Messa da Requiem: Libera me: Libera me
Callas Sings Verdi Arias1964
- 1.Otello: Atto IV. "Mi parea. M'ingiunse di coricarmi... Mia madre aveva una povera ancella"5:07
- 2.Otello: Atto IV. "Piangea cantado"7:12
- 3.Otello: Atto IV. "Ave Maria piena di grazia"4:52
- 4.Aroldo: Atto I. "Ciel, ch'io respiri!... Salvami, salvami tu gran Dio!"3:26
- 5.Don Carlo: Atto III. "O don fatale"4:41
- 6.Aroldo: Atto II. "O Cielo! Dove son io?"9:43
- 7.Don Carlo: Atto II. "Non pianger, mia compagna"4:52
Requiem1964
- 1.Messa da requiem: Ia. Requiem: Requiem aeternam5:35
- 2.Messa da requiem: Ib. Requiem: Kyrie eleison3:53
- 3.Messa da requiem: IIa. Dies irae: Dies irae2:12
- 4.Messa da requiem: IIb. Dies irae: Tuba mirum1:40
- 5.Messa da requiem: IIc. Dies irae: Mors stupebit1:23
- 6.Messa da requiem: IId. Dies irae: Liber scriptus5:09
- 7.Messa da requiem: IIe. Dies irae: Quid sum miser3:55
- 8.Messa da requiem: IIf. Dies irae: Rex tremendae3:59
- 9.Messa da requiem: IIg. Dies irae: Recordare4:18
- 10.Messa da requiem: IIh. Dies irae: Ingemisco3:44
- 11.Messa da requiem: IIi. Dies irae: Confutatis5:36
- 12.Messa da requiem: IIj. Dies irae: Lacrymosa6:35
- 13.Messa da requiem: IIIa. Offertorio: Domine Jesu Christe4:59
- 14.Messa da requiem: IIIb. Offertorio: Hostias5:58
- 15.Messa da requiem: IV. Sanctus2:49
- 16.Messa da requiem: V. Agnus Dei5:23
- 17.Messa da requiem: VI. Lux aeterna6:47
- 18.Messa da requiem: VIIa. Libera me: Libera me, Domine2:30
- 19.Messa da requiem: VIIb. Libera me: Dies irae2:19
- 20.Messa da requiem: VIIc. Libera me: Requiem aeternam2:57
- 21.Messa da requiem: VIId. Libera me: Libera me, Domine5:57
Rigoletto1964
- 1.Rigoletto: Act I
- 2.Rigoletto: Act II (Part 1)
- 3.Rigoletto: Act II (Concluded)
- 4.Rigoletto: Act III
- 5.Rigoletto: Act IV
La traviata1963
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A Verdi Collaboration1963
- 1.I vespri siciliani: Atto V. "Mercè, dilette amiche" (Elena)2:16
- 2.Ernani: Atto I. "Ernani involami" (Elvira)6:33
- 3.Aida: Atto III. "O patria mia" (Aida)6:36
- 4.Il trovatore: Atto IV. "D'amor sull'ali rosee" (Leonora)5:29
- 5.Giovanna d'Arco: Prologo. "O ben s'addice questo torbido cielo" (Giovanna)4:19
- 6.Otello: Atto IV. "Mia madre avena una povera ..." (Willow Song) / "Ave Maria, piena di grazia" (Desdemona)15:13
- 7.Un ballo in maschera: Atto III. "Morrò ma prima in grazia" (Amelia)4:32
- 8.Simon Boccanegra: Atto I. "Come in quest'ora bruna" (Amelia)4:42
Nilsson Sings Verdi1962
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Aïda1962
- 1.Aïda: Atto I, Scene 1
- 2.Aïda: Atto I, Scene 2
- 3.Aïda: Atto II. Part 1
- 4.Aïda: Atto II. Concluded
- 5.Aïda: Atto III. Part 1
- 6.Aïda: Atto III. Concluded
- 7.Aïda: Atto IV, Scena 1. Part 1
- 8.Aïda: Atto IV, Scena 1. Concluded
- 9.Aïda: Atto IV, Scena 2
La traviata1961
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Macbeth1960
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Il trovatore1960
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Otello1960
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Overtures1959
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Operatic Arias1959
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Il trovatore1959
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Un ballo in maschera1957
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Rigoletto1956
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La forza del destino1955
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Requiem1954
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Aïda1952
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Achievements
- Award
- Pour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order
- Award
- Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus
- Award
- Order of Saint Stanislaus
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- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Award
- Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
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- Civil Order of Savoy
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- Order of the Medjidie
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- Knight grand cross of the order of the crown of Italy
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- Commander's Cross of the Order of Franz Joseph
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- Pour le Mérite
- Award
- Order of Saint Stanislaus
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- Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour
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Also known as: Džuzepe Verdi, G. Verdi, Giseppe Verdi, Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verdi, Giuseppi Verdi, Giusseppe Verdi
Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verdi was an Italian composer best known for his operas. He was born near Busseto, a small town in the modern province of Parma, to a family of moderate means, receiving a musical education with the help of a local patron named Antonio Barezzi.
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