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Gioacchino Antonio Rossini

Gioacchino Rossini. Born February 29, 1792 in Pesaro, ItalyMusical FamilyFather town trumpeter and played brass instruments in theatersMother was an Opera singerFirst studied harpsichord (piano), then French horn, later became a singer . His Work. Reputation as laziest composer Completed 38

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Gioacchino Antonio Rossini

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    1. Gioacchino (Antonio) Rossini Italian Composer Romantic Period Opera

    2. Gioacchino Rossini Born February 29, 1792 in Pesaro, Italy Musical Family Father town trumpeter and played brass instruments in theaters Mother was an Opera singer First studied harpsichord (piano), then French horn, later became a singer

    3. His Work Reputation as laziest composer Completed 38 operas by age 37 The Barber of Seville most famous Opera Most celebrated and widely performed opera composer in the world

    4. His Works cont. Last opera was William Tell Overture from William Tell most familiar part Stopped writing music at age 37 Very superstitious all his life Died on Friday the 13th of November 1868

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