44K views · 2.1K reactions |  Best of, Belcanto style: for the overture of his opera Semiramide, » https://www.digitalconcerthall.com/concert/20420?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook Rossini decided to compose his own medley and hint at the opera's biggest hits in the first few minutes. Enjoy this performance conducted by Sir Simon Rattle in 2015. | Berliner Philharmoniker | Facebook

A hilarious masterpiece by Rossini, The Barber of Seville tells how the clever barber Figaro helps Count Almaviva win Rosina’s heart — full of wit, disguises, and brilliant music like “Largo al factotum.” 🎭🎶 Brief History: Composed in 1816 by Gioachino Rossini, the opera premiered in Rome. Though its first night was chaotic, it soon became one of the most beloved comic operas in history, celebrated for its fast pace, humor, and sparkling melodies. #TheBarberOfSeville #Rossini #IlBarbiereDiSivi