Alberto Zedda was a renowned Italian conductor and musicologist, born on January 2, 1928, in Milan, Italy. He specialized in the 19th-century Italian repertoire, particularly the works of Gioachino Rossini. Zedda's career spanned numerous prestigious institutions, including La Scala, Santa Cecilia, and the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino in Italy, as well as international venues such as Covent Garden and the San Francisco Opera. He was a key figure in the Rossini revival, contributing significantly to the critical editions of Rossini's operas. Zedda also founded and directed the Accademia Rossiniana in Pesaro, further solidifying his connection to Rossini's music.
Throughout his career, Zedda conducted a wide range of operas and symphonic works, leaving a legacy of recordings that include many of Rossini's operas. His contributions to musicology were recognized through various honors, including being a Grand Officer of Merit of the Italian Republic. Zedda passed away on March 6, 2017, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most respected authorities on 19th-century Italian music, especially Rossini.
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