Opera is one of the oldest and most known forms of classic musical performance. It's vivid, rich compositions mixed with booming vocals and dramatic performance, set the stage for one of the most powerful art forms. The birth of Opera took place in Italy towards the end of the Renaissance and early Baroque era. () This was a time bustling with creativity and a new light being shown in the arts. To the ancient Romans and Greeks, music was a form of communication and a way to connect. () As time progressed, the nobles of Italy began to hear of the new musical phenomenon and patrons of opera quickly came into view. The Barberini family, who were some of the most well-known patrons of the arts, paved the way for Opera in Rome. Their wealth, luxury,
