George Frederic Handel (apr 23, 1685 – mar 30, 1759)
Description:
Leading composer of the 18th century.
- An international superstar in his own lifetime, he is the first composer whose music has never fallen out of favour.
- German composer (born in Halle). Went to Italy in his twenties, then moved to London in 1710.
- Had numerous aristocratic patrons as well as the support of the British royal family.
Wrote music of all genres, but was especially well known for his operas and oratorios.
- Composed the music for "Rinaldo", the first Italian opera written specifically for an English audience
His career path
1. Halle
2. Hamburg
3. Italy
4. Hanover
5. London
Handel gets into financial difficulty wwhne there was more competition and a smaller audience for opera.... so what does he do?
See "Term: Oratorio"
and "Handel's Messiah"
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