What is neapolitan music?

Neapolitan music (Italian: canzone napoletana, pronounced [kanˈtsone napoːleˈtaːna]) is a genre of Italian folk music that originated in the city of Naples, Italy. It is characterized by its distinctive instrumentation, which includes the mandolin, guitar, and accordion, as well as its highly melodic and emotional vocal style. Neapolitan music has been popular throughout Italy and the world since the 19th century, and has been performed by many famous singers, including Enrico Caruso, Dean Martin, and Frank Sinatra.

Some of the most famous Neapolitan songs include "O sole mio", "Funiculì, Funiculà", and "Santa Lucia". Neapolitan music has also been used in several films, including "The Godfather" and "The Talented Mr. Ripley".

Neapolitan music is an important part of Italian culture and has been declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.