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Gaetano Donizetti
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musician

Gaetano Donizetti

Musician · born November 29, 1797 · died 1848

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Domenico Gaetano Maria Donizetti was an Italian composer of the early Romantic era, best known for his over 70 operas.

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  1. 36Became chapelmasterJune 28, 1834
  2. ~43Notable work: La Fille du régiment1840

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