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Nicola Vaccai, (born in Tolentino, 15 March, 1790 - died in Pesaro, 5 or 6 August 1848), was an Italian composer, particularly of operas, and a singing teacher.

Studying in Rome and Naples, Vaccai launched his career in Venice, initially earning his living by writing ballets and teaching voice . His career as an opera composer took off after he was commissioned to write Pietro il grande (1824) for Parma. This was followed by Zadig e Astartea (Naples, 1825) and then his best known opera Giulietta e Romeo (Milan, 1825).

Later eclipsed by his rival Bellini, Vaccai is now chiefly remembered as a voice teacher. His 'Metodo pratico' is an important source of information about the performance of early 19th-century opera.

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