Verdi, Giuseppe
Pronunciation: /ˈvɛːdi, ˈverdi/
Definition of Verdi, Giuseppe
- (1813–1901), Italian composer; full name Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verdi. His many operas, such as La Traviata (1853), Aida (1871), and Otello (1887), emphasize the dramatic element, treating personal stories on a heroic scale and often against backgrounds that reflect his political interests. Verdi is also famous for his Requiem (1874).