Pietro Mascagni
Cavalleria rusticana

Cavalleria rusticana is a story of love and passion, jealousy and betrayal. Neglected by her beloved and blind with jealousy, the heroine of the opera tries by hook or by crook to make him come back, but her actions result in her sweetheart’s death. Mascagni’s enchanting music with its catchy tunes and “wailing” crescendos, magnificent choral numbers and ensembles is a real revelation to music lovers. The tense emotional atmosphere is accentuated by expressive movement.