The medieval sequence "Stabat Mater" has for centuries been an inspiration for many artists. Also for Gioacchino Rossini, who through his individual style gave this masterpiece a unique music setting. Including in it arias, ensembles and choirs proves that for the composer the crucial part was the beauty of singing as such, no matter the music genre he was into. The scandal accompanying the creation of the work and related to the trial regarding the rights to perform it contributed to its fame even before it was actually performed. Since the day of its premiere the composition has continuously delighted the listeners.