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“There are three degrees of comparison: stupido, stupidissimo, and tenore.”

Quote by Pietro Mascagni

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Pietro Mascagni

Pietro Mascagni was an Italian composer renowned for his operas, most notably 'Cavalleria rusticana' and 'Pagliacci'. Born on December 7, 1863, in Palermo, Sicily, Mascagni was a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His music is characterized by its dramatic intensity and emotional depth, which have had a significant impact on the evolution of Italian opera. more

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