As a counterpoint to corporate 'big top' Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey (RIP or good riddance as you like it) there are the independent dog & pony shows; carnival – side show music to most audiences. Nino Rota, who scored many of the Fellini films comes to mind.

YT: Nino Rota - Giulietta degli Spiriti - Amore Per Tutti