Giacomo Puccini, ca. 1908, by A. Dupont (Library of Congress)
Giacomo Puccini (1858–1924) is the most popular of all the operatic masters, and his works have had an enduring presence on stages from the late 19th century through the present. We know and love Puccini—but there is so much more to learn about him. Through films and recordings, Saul Lilienstein delves beyond the familiar to examine fascinating aspects of the life, career, and creative genius of this most famed and favorite of opera composers.
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Puccini’s Emotional Range
Puccini snapped back in 1918 with Il trittico, an evening of three short operas. From Il tabarro’s violent melodrama to the Christian mysticism of Suor Angelica to the brilliant comedy of Gianni Schicchi, the trio showcases the composer’s astounding emotional range and his powers of invention.
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If you enjoy programming led by Saul Lilienstein, learn about an 8-part series on Leonard Bernstein he is leading at Levine Music.
