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Carlo Gesualdo was an Italian nobleman and late Renaissance composer, renowned for his madrigals and sacred music characterized by bold chromaticism and unconventional harmonies. His most significant works include six books of madrigals and the "Tenebrae Responsoria" from 1611. Gesualdo was also known for his dramatic personal life, including the murder of his first wife and her lover. His music influenced later composers and remains a subject of study for its innovative use of harmony and expression. The products available from the artist Carlo Gesualdo include CDs.
