The Modern Castrato: Gaetano Guadagni and the Coming of a New Operatic Age
Patricia Howard’s The Modern Castrato explores Gaetano Guadagni and his place in the transformation of opera. Combining biographical focus with musical and historical context, the book examines how one singer’s career reflects the arrival of a new operatic age.
About This Book
The Modern Castrato examines the life and significance of Gaetano Guadagni, a prominent figure in the history of opera.
Patricia Howard focuses on Guadagni’s place within the changing culture and performance practices of his time.
The book considers how his career relates to the emergence of a new operatic age.
Combining biography with musical and historical context, this study offers a focused portrait of an important chapter in opera history.
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