About Achille Graffigna
Lived 1816 – 1896 (aged 80). Achille Graffigna was an Italian conductor and composer.
Achille Graffigna (5 May 1816, San Martino dall'Argine - 19 July 1896, Padua) was an Italian composer and conductor. He composed a total of 18 operas, two of which premiered at La Scala in Milan: La conquista di Granata and Ildegonda e Rizzardo (1841). Several of his operas premiered at the Teatro Regio di Torino as well where he was also active as a conductor. His 1858 opera, Veronica Cybo, used a libretto by Giovanni Peruzzini.
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Who was Achille Graffigna?
Italian composer and conductor (1816-1896)
When was Achille Graffigna born?
Achille Graffigna was born on 2 May 1816 in San Martino dall'Argine.
When did Achille Graffigna die?
Achille Graffigna died on 19 July 1896 in Padua.
What was Achille Graffigna's occupation?
Achille Graffigna was a conductor and composer.
What nationality was Achille Graffigna?
Achille Graffigna was Italian.
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