Composed by Giuseppe Donizetti, brother of the famed Gaetano Donizetti, the Mecidiye Marşı served as the Ottoman Empire’s national anthem during Sultan Abdülmecid I’s reign. It reflects Western musical influences adopted by the Ottoman court in the 19th century.
Bella si come un angelo is a lyrical aria from Donizetti's opera Don Pasquale, showcasing the romantic elegance of bel canto. It is sung by the character Ernesto in Act I, expressing idealized love. The opera itself is a cornerstone of Italian comic opera.
A sparkling comic duet between Norina and Malatesta from Act III of Don Pasquale, showcasing Donizetti's signature bel canto style with rapid-fire "patter" singing. The original 1843 opera satirizes marital expectations through witty exchanges.
