Ottorino Respighi’s Roman Trilogy is a set of three symphonic poems composed between 1916 and 1928. The trilogy includes Pines of Rome (1916-1924), Fountains of Rome (1916-1917), and Roman Festivals (1928). Every poem musically depicts completely different facets of the town of Rome, capturing its historical past, structure, and ambiance.
Respighi’s Roman Trilogy is broadly considered one of the vital necessary works of Italian music of the twentieth century. The trilogy is understood for its evocative orchestration, use of conventional Italian melodies, and its vivid musical depictions of Rome. The items are often carried out and recorded, and have turn into widespread with audiences worldwide.