Moreschi (Life&Times)

Moreschi (Life&Times)
by Nicholas Clapton

Moreschi (Life&Times)
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Author: Nicholas Clapton
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-04
ISBN: 1904341772
Number of pages: 181
Publisher: Haus Publishing

Book Reviews of Moreschi (Life&Times)

Book Review: Moreschi: The Last Castrato
Summary: 5 Stars

Nicholas Clapton has done an masterful job in collecting career details on the last castrato, Alessandro Moreschi, handling this delicate subject matter with great panache. The background information and career details are thoroughly explored and many haunting photographs, notes, chronology and bibliography are included. The details of the private life of Moreschi are sadly lacking, but there were simply no avenues open for the author to explore here in light of the fact that his subject died on 21 April, 1922. Even without the personal details this book is an eerie, haunting read, affordably priced, artistically presented and a great investment for the musical connaisseur.

There are a number of books out there that deal with the castrati and at least one novel. The curious musician will now be able to find many answers and feel much closer than before to Alessandro Moreschi. Among the beautiful photos included are several in color taken by the author and others including a photo of Moreschi's tomb. "Moreschi: The Last Castrato" is indeed a book that will not be forgotten anytime soon.

Summary of Moreschi (Life&Times)

Accessible and affordable illustrated biography - no competing title

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