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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a thirteen-year-old child prodigy when his father, Leopold, took him to Italy. They visited Milan, Rome, Naples, and Venice, where Mozart absorbed Italian culture, language, style, and art. He also met the challenge of writing Italian opera, which changed Mozart – and his music – for ever.
Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 05 October 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
At the tender age of thirteen, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart emerged as a child prodigy, captivating the hearts of northern Europe. However, his father, Leopold, had set his sights on conquering Italy. Together, they embarked on three remarkable journeys to the country, with the final visit occurring when Mozart was just seventeen years old. These adventures are vividly recounted by acclaimed conductor Jane Glover in this captivating book.
From the bustling theatres and concert salons of Milan to the picturesque streets of Rome, filled with churches, and then to the less prosperous and more dangerous city of Naples, and finally to the vibrant carnivalesque birthplace of public opera in Venice, father and son traversed the diverse landscapes of Italy. Mozart eagerly immersed himself in the rich tapestry of Italian culture, language, style, and art, refining his craft along the way.
The challenge of composing Italian opera for Italian singers and audiences presented itself to Mozart, and his responses to this challenge were as diverse as they were intriguing. From triumph and admiration to intrigue and hostility, his Italian years can be seen as a microcosm of his entire life.
Mozart in Italy is a poignant and beautifully written work that delves deep into the eighteenth-century classical music scene. It sheds light on how Mozart's experiences during these Italian journeys transformed him and his music forever. Through Glover's insightful narrative and profound understanding of Mozart's works, readers are transported back to the vibrant and dynamic world of the composer during his formative years.
This book is a must-read for music enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone who seeks to explore the profound impact of one of the greatest musicians in history on the world of classical music.
Weight: 526g
Dimension: 240 x 160 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529059861
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