The Castrato Sacrifice: Was it Justified?
Description:
One of the greatest mysteries in the history of music is the castrato singers of the Baroque era. Castration has existed for many thousands of years, but for the first time in history, it was used for artistic purposes. Who were these men who seemingly gave up their masculinity for the sake of music? By examining the time period and circumstances in which these musicians lived, an answer may be found. Exploring the economic, social, and political structure of the 17th and 18th centuries may r…
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Date:
August 2006
Creator:
Sowle, Jennifer
Partner:
UNT Libraries