Mascagni - Intermezzo (from Cavalleria Rusticana)
License Mascagni's Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana for your next creative project through Artyfile. This celebrated orchestral interlude — one of the most emotionally powerful passages in the entire operatic repertoire — is performed with full orchestral depth, capturing the sweeping romanticism and profound tenderness of Mascagni's masterwork. Available as a lossless WAV download from EUR 29.90, with full worldwide sync rights included.
About This Recording
The Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana is a standalone orchestral meditation originally composed by Pietro Mascagni in 1890 as the pivotal moment of his one-act verismo opera. Its soaring string melody, supported by warm woodwinds and gentle harp arpeggios, has become one of the most recognised pieces of classical music worldwide — featured in films from Raging Bull to The Godfather Part III. This Artyfile recording delivers the full emotional arc of the piece in broadcast-quality production, mastered at 44.1 kHz WAV for professional media use. The slow, expansive tempo and rich orchestral palette make it immediately suited to scenes requiring emotional depth, reflection and cinematic grandeur.
Licensing and Use Cases
With an Artyfile Basic license (EUR 29.90), you receive:
- Full worldwide sync rights — film, documentary, commercial, social media, YouTube, broadcast
- Perpetual license — no expiry, no renewals, no recurring fees
- Instant WAV download (44.1 kHz lossless studio quality)
- No additional collection society fees — sync rights managed directly by Artyfile
- Copyright-safe for all platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Vimeo)
- No subscription required — one-time purchase, lifetime use
Artyfile Limited Edition (EUR 96.90) includes everything above plus 1% ownership of the master rights as a Music NFT on Ethereum — earn from global streaming royalties and future sync placements. Increase your share by purchasing additional units.
Perfect For
- Film and documentary — underscore pivotal emotional scenes, memorial sequences, love stories or contemplative landscape shots with one of cinema's most iconic classical pieces
- Wedding and event videos — the Intermezzo's tender romanticism is ideal for ceremony highlights, first-dance montages and emotional tribute films
- Commercials and brand films — convey elegance, heritage and emotional depth for luxury, hospitality, fashion or automotive campaigns
- YouTube and content creation — elevate travel vlogs, art documentaries and cultural content with a universally recognised masterpiece
- Corporate presentations — open or close keynotes and investor events with a piece that signals prestige and emotional intelligence
- Social media and Reels — copyright-safe classical music for Instagram, TikTok and Facebook without Content ID claims or takedown risk
Why License Through Artyfile
Licensing classical repertoire elsewhere often means navigating multiple rights holders, unclear collection society obligations and unpredictable costs. With Artyfile, sync rights and master rights are managed directly — one purchase, one license, worldwide clearance. No subscription required, no hidden fees. Artyfile music is registered with GEMA and all collecting societies for worldwide monitoring, but the sync rights are handled independently by Artyfile, so you pay once and receive full clearance with no additional GEMA fees or separate negotiations.
Track Details
| Composer | Pietro Mascagni |
| Work | Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana (1890) |
| Performer | Paul Lorenz (orchestral recording) |
| Genre | Classical / Opera / Orchestral |
| Instruments | Orchestra, Strings, Woodwinds, Harp |
| Moods | Emotional, Romantic, Sentimental, Reflective, Cinematic |
| Tempo | Slow (Andante sostenuto) |
| Format | WAV 44.1 kHz (lossless studio quality) |
| Product Number | SW10004.1 |
| License | Worldwide, perpetual sync rights included |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this Mascagni Intermezzo recording in my film or YouTube video?
Yes. Every Artyfile Basic purchase includes full worldwide sync rights. You can use this track in films, documentaries, YouTube videos, Instagram Reels, TikTok, commercials, corporate videos and any other visual media — without copyright strikes or additional fees.
Is this recording copyright-safe for social media platforms?
Absolutely. Artyfile manages all sync and master rights directly. Your license covers YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Vimeo and all other major platforms. No Content ID claims, no takedown risk.
Do I need to pay GEMA fees when using this track?
No. While Artyfile music is registered with GEMA and other collecting societies for worldwide monitoring, the sync rights are managed directly by Artyfile. You pay once and receive full clearance — no additional GEMA fees, no separate negotiations.
What is the difference between Artyfile Basic and Limited Edition?
Artyfile Basic (EUR 29.90) gives you the track with full sync rights and instant WAV download. Artyfile Limited Edition (EUR 96.90) includes everything in Basic plus 1% ownership of the master rights as a Music NFT on Ethereum. As a co-owner, you earn from global streaming royalties and future sync placements.
Is this a real orchestral recording or a synthesised reproduction?
This is a genuine orchestral performance — real musicians, real instruments, broadcast-quality production mastered at 44.1 kHz. No MIDI, no sample libraries. Artyfile works exclusively with professional musicians and world-class studios to deliver authentic, high-fidelity recordings.
Can I use this Mascagni recording commercially in advertisements or client work?
Yes. The Artyfile license covers all commercial use cases worldwide, including paid advertisements, client productions, broadcast television, cinema releases and digital campaigns. One license, unlimited commercial use, no royalty payments.
| BPM: | Slow |
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| Genres: | Classical, Opera |
| Instruments: | Instrumental, Orchestra, Strings |
| Moods: | Emotional, Landscapes, Romantic / Sentimental |
| Artist: | Paul Lorenz |
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| Composer: | Pietro Mascani |
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