Giuseppe Verdi - Storms, Rigoletto, and the Requiem

Verdi was an national hero for Italy, as well as the most popular composer in 1800s Europe. Beloved by audiences today, his operas are known for lush harmonies, delicate and powerful arias, and unbelievable plots. Dr. Marlan Carlson and Ellie Phillips discuss musical depictions of storms—how does a storm represent Verdi's music, from Rigoletto to the Requiem?



Lecture on June 1, 2020.