Great Singers, First Series : Faustina Bordoni To Henrietta Sontag

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ferris, George T. (George Titus), 1840-

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Great Singers, First Series" by George T. Ferris is a collection of biographical sketches exploring the lives and careers of renowned opera singers from the early 18th century through notable challenges and triumphs in their artistic paths. Written in the late 19th century, this work focuses on composers and performers like Faustina Bordoni and Henrietta Sontag, delving into their contributions to the world of music and the fierce rivalries that sometimes characterized their relationships. The opening of the text begins with an introduction that outlines the tumultuous musical scene of the early 18th century, highlighting the significant rivalry between the opera singers Faustina Bordoni and Francesca Cuzzoni. It captures the public's intense fascination with these performers, describing the chaos and excitement during their performances, including wild audience reactions and the personal conflicts that escalated into public feuds. Ferris portrays the artists' artistic qualities and stage personas while hinting at the historical and cultural context that shaped their legacies, laying the groundwork for understanding the personalities and artistry that defined this vibrant period in operatic history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Faustina Bordoni

Catarina Gabrielli

Sophie Arnould

Elizabeth Billington and her contemporaries

Angelica Catalani

Giuditta Pasta

Henrietta Sontag.

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-01-04