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Who influenced Donizetti's work the most?

  • Gioachino Rossini

  • Ludwig van Beethoven

  • Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

  • Giuseppe Verdi

Answer

Rossini's profound impact on Donizetti's musical style and operatic techniques is undeniable. He served as a mentor and a major source of inspiration for the younger composer. Donizetti greatly admired Rossini's flair for captivating melodies, exuberant orchestration, and seamless integration of vocal and instrumental elements, which he incorporated into his own compositions, shaping his artistic identity and contributing to his prominence in the world of opera.
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