Description: One of the most popular Italian composers of the early 20th century, Ottorino Respighi (1879-1936) is celebrated for his command of orchestral color and descriptive music of great lyrical beauty. His widely acclaimed symphonic poem, The Fountains of Rome (Schwann lists 17 recordings), is known and loved throughout the world. This 1917 work combines traditional elements with innovative tendencies, a trait typical of the composer's music. According to Grove: "The pleasantness of his orchestral works does not hinder ease of invention, but on the contrary stimulates it; one feels that to 'write beautifully' is the composer's major preoccupation." Certain to prove popular with musicians and music lovers, The Fountains of Rome appears here in full score reprinted from an authoritative edition.

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