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Routledge Venanzio Rauzzini and the Birth of a New Style

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Explore the complex history of music education and social reputation in eighteenth-century England. This scholarly work examines the life of Venanzio Rauzzini (1746-1810), an Italian castrato who became a highly sought-after singing master. As part of the Routledge Studies in Eighteenth-Century Cultures and Societies, this book investigates how the private nature of one-to-one singing lessons created opportunities for both personalized instruction and social scandal. Since the eighteenth century, the private lesson has remained a standard method for musical training, allowing teachers to tailor instruction to individual student needs. However, this book looks at the darker side of this tradition, specifically how the privacy of the teacher-student relationship could lead to gossip and rumors. Rauzzini's unique position and high status made him a particular subject of such speculation. This text provides a deep look into the intersection of music, gender, and social perception during a transformative era in English singing.

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Part of the respected Routledge Studies in Eighteenth-Century Cultures and Societies series for academic depth.

Examines the historical impact of Venanzio Rauzzini on the development of English singing styles.

Analyzes the social implications and risks of gossip surrounding private one-to-one music lessons.

Provides historical context on the role of Italian castrati living and working in eighteenth-century England.

Investigates the relationship between individualized musical instruction and public social reputation.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0367443376
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 31 January 2022
Listed Since: 18 August 2021

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