Italian composer Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari (1876-1948) is best known for his comic operas, and his works based on plays by Carlo Goldoni, one of which is featured on this recording. Il campiello is a three-act opera based on the comedy of the same name penned for the Venietian Carnival by playwright, Carlo Goldoni. The work is influenced by Mozart, and is referred to as a commedia lirica. This recording is performed by the Orchestra Regionale Filarmonia Veneta, under the direction of Stefano Romani.