Blog | June 01, 2019
Handel vs the Opera of the Nobility
Handel’s Rivalries and Musical Rebellion It’s easy to think of Handel as the all-conquering hero, arriving in London from his Italian adventures, and commanding the operatic scene for the rest of his life. While any passer-by on the streets of London would instantly know Handel’s name, his crown was not without its challengers. Foremost amongst these was the Opera of
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