Abstract
This article aims at reflecting on the relationships between Nietzsche and the Italian opera composer Gioachino Antonio Rossini. In order to trace the development of the influence exerted by the musician on the philosopher, the article provides an accurate summary and then carefully considers the texts of Nietzsche in which Rossini is quoted. Along the piece of writing we try to make it clear that although this influence was a growing one, it proved to be decisive within Nietzsche’s life experiences. As a secondary theme, the article also raises some ideas about the relationship between Wagner and Rossini.
Keywords
Rossini; Wagner; Opera; Music