Giovanni Battista Pergolesi

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Giovanni Battista Pergolesi

GIOVANNI BATTISTA PERGOLESI Italian composer, violinist and organist. Date: 1710 - 1736

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1710 1736 Battista Composer Giovanni Oval Morghen Pergolesi

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In this elegant oval portrait, the Italian composer, violinist, and organist, Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (1710-1736), gazes intently at the viewer with a serious expression. Pergolesi was born in Jesi, Italy, and studied music under the tutelage of Nicola Porpora. He quickly gained a reputation as a virtuosic performer on the violin and organ, as well as a talented composer. This portrait, likely painted around the year 1710, captures Pergolesi in the prime of his youth. He is depicted wearing the formal attire of the time, with a white shirt, black waistcoat, and a richly textured robe draped over his shoulders. The artist, unknown to us today, has skillfully captured the intricacies of Pergolesi's features, from the delicate curve of his nose to the furrowed brow that suggests a deep concentration on his music. Pergolesi's career was marked by a prolific output of sacred and secular music, including operas, oratorios, cantatas, and chamber music. His most famous work, "La Serva Padrona" (The Servant Mistress), a comic opera in one act, revolutionized the genre and paved the way for the development of the Italian operatic tradition. Despite his early success, Pergolesi's life was cut short by illness at the age of 26. His passing marked the end of an era in Italian music, and his influence continued to be felt for generations to come. Today, Pergolesi is remembered as a pioneering figure in the history of Western music, and his legacy lives on in the works of countless composers who have been inspired by his groundbreaking innovations. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable musician, whose talent and vision continue to captivate audiences and scholars alike. It serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of life and the enduring power of art.

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