Ruggero Leoncavallo
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Ruggero Leoncavallo | |
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Leoncavallo in 1910 | |
| Born | April 23, 1857 |
| Died | August 9, 1919 Montecatini Terme, Tuscany, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Occupation | Librettist, composer |
| Known for | I pagliacci |
Ruggero Leoncavallo (April 23, 1857 – August 9, 1919) was an Italian opera composer and librettist. He is best known for his 1892 opera, I pagliacci. In 1906, he toured the United States with success. He was born in Naples, and died in Montecatini Terme, Tuscany.
Ruggero Leoncavallo Media
Leoncavallo's house at Montecatini Terme
The grave at the Church of Madonna del Ponte with a view on Lake Maggiore.