Ruggero Leoncavallo Mid nineteenth century his birth a famous taurean for what it's worth.
Naples a southern Italian city vibrant bussling with activity. His father a judge, respectable socially acceptable.

Comfortable childhood without strife a relaxed quality of life. At Naples Conservatory musically qualified teaching talents quickly applied.
Liberettist talents came to the fore Pagliacci, La Boheme et-cetera the score.
Then his career really began Pagliacci a huge hit in Milan.

The Clowns had made his name and the operatic hall of fame.

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