I study music in the same town Rossini was born in he wanted my conservatory to be built after his death. I love his operas, expecially the Barber of Seville, I think it's really funny! We have a great festival every year, if you're interested: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rossini_Opera_Festival
Thanks! yes barber of seville is FUNNY.. i love his overtures too I am looking to be in Italy coming summer, so don't look like i can watch the festival. thanks though
I am going to see "The Barber of Seville" in January at the Metropolitan Opera House in NY. I love Opera and Rosini.