Requiem - 2a. Sequence. Dies Iræ

Giuseppe Verdi (9 or 10 October 1813 – 27 January 1901) was an Italian Romantic composer primarily known for his operas. He is considered, together with Richard Wagner, the preeminent opera composer of the nineteenth century.Verdi dominated the Italian opera scene after the eras of Bellini, Donizetti and Rossini. His works are frequently performed in opera houses throughout the world and, transcending the boundaries of the genre, some of his themes have long since taken root in popular culture, as "La donna e mobile" from Rigoletto, "Libiamo ne' lieti calici" (The Drinking Song) from La traviata, "Va, pensiero" (The Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves) from Nabucco, the "Coro di zingari" (Anvil Chorus) from Il trovatore and the "Grand March" from Aida. [source from Wikipedia]

Verdi finished this masterpiece with a cautious and devoted attitude as treating his own opera. This work and the Missa solemnis of Beethoven are enthroned as the most magnificent and majestically impressive sacred music completed in the 19th century. The momentum and the time significance of this music make its greatness. It is the most dramatic work of ultimately experiencing the religion for the people in the Romantic Era.