How did Rossini influence Italian opera?
My influence, you ask? I believe I brought a certain *gusto* and structural precision to the Italian opera scene. My overtures, with their brilliant openings and clear thematic development, became models. Think of them as a masterful appetizer, preparing the listener for the rich experience to come. I refined the bel canto tradition, demanding vocal agility and expressive power from my singers, pushing them to new heights of brilliance. My comic operas, such as *L'italiana in Algeri*, set a new standard for wit and musical invention. It was about crafting a complete, satisfying theatrical experience!
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