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A Real She-Devil

Handel's prima donnas

Add to my Calendar 06-04-2017 18:30 06-04-2017 20:30 36 A Real She-Devil One of Handel’s most feisty leading ladies, Francesca Cuzzoni was renowned for her tempestuous personality, unsightly appearance and her glorious voice. In this musical portrait, we will explore some of the roles created for the prima donna by Handel . Handel and Hendrix in London, London DD/MM/YYYY

Details

Handel and Hendrix in London
23 & 25 Brook Street
Mayfair
London
W1K 4HB
England

Programme

Various – works by G. F. Handel

Performers

Emily Owens – soprano
Satoko Doi-Luck – harpsichord

Programme Note

One of Handel’s most feisty leading ladies, Francesca Cuzzoni was renowned for her tempestuous personality, unsightly appearance and her glorious voice. In this musical portrait, we will explore some of the roles created for the prima donna by Handel

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