Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924)

Introduction
Giacomo Puccini was an Italian composer known for starting the opera trend towards realism. Growing up in a musical family, Puccini's family had hopes he would follow suit. Despite being uninterested in music at first, Puccini would discover opera and began studying compositions. After some time, Giacomo would become famous with his pieces La Boheme and Madame Butterfly.

Works
Da Manon Lescaut: In quelletrine morbide was performed by the Flute Ensemble des Cinq Roses, conducted Aya Ohta in the Chiesa di San Giuseppe a the Alba Music Festival on May 29, 2017.da Madama Butterfly: Un bel dí vedremo

Observations
Puccini is one of the most famous Italian opera composers. His transition to realism is heard within this songs. The romance aspect is clearly there along with the perfect libretto. Starting out with the organ creates a somber mood that transforms into a flourishing melody which is what Puccini brought to the Italian opera.