Ottorino Respighi

13. Which part of Italy was Respighi from?

Respighi was from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy: specifically, from Bologna, which is the capital of that “regione.” There are 20 regioni in Italy. Respighi spent the majority of his career in Rome. This city was central to his musical development and output, serving as the backdrop for much of his work, including his renowned tone poems.

Emilia-Romagna

14. Who was Respighi’s wife, and why was she so important in terms of his music?