Luca Della Libera
The Roman Sacred Music of Alessandro Scarlatti
The Roman Sacred Music of Alessandro Scarlatti
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This book provides an overview of Alessandro Scarlatti's life and work in Rome, analyzing his Roman repertoire and comparing it to other contemporary composers. It offers new insights into Scarlattis's music and is a valuable resource for researchers in musicology and early modern studies.
Format: Hardback
Length: 218 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This captivating book delves into the realm of sacred music composed by the renowned Alessandro Scarlatti (1660–1725) during his time in Rome, a city that played a significant role in his artistic journey. Through meticulous archival research, Luca Della Libera offers a comprehensive account of Scarlattis life and activities in this vibrant city. The author explores Scarlattis connections with various institutions and patrons, shedding light on the social and cultural context in which his music flourished. Furthermore, Della Libera conducts a comparative analysis of Scarlattis Roman repertoire with that of other contemporary composers, highlighting its distinct characteristics and contributions to the Italian Baroque.
An appendix is included, providing transcriptions of the archival sources that shed further light on Scarlattis activity in Rome. This groundbreaking publication marks the first major English exploration of Scarlattis sacred music repertoire, presenting fresh insights into his artistic endeavors and serving as a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of musicology and early modern studies.
Weight: 590g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032172255
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