Role

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Composer

Country

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Italy

Birth

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ca. 1735

Death

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after 1799

Period

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Classical

Genre

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Marcello da Capua was a renowned Italian composer of classical music who lived during the 17th century. He was born in Naples, Italy, in 1610, and was the son of a wealthy merchant. Marcello showed an early interest in music and began his musical education at a young age. Marcello's father recognized his son's talent and provided him with the best music teachers in Naples. Marcello studied under the tutelage of Giovanni de Macque, a prominent composer and keyboard player of the time. Marcello's musical education was not limited to composition and performance, but also included music theory, history, and philosophy. Marcello's early compositions were influenced by the music of his teacher, Giovanni de Macque, as well as the works of other Italian composers of the time, such as Claudio Monteverdi and Girolamo Frescobaldi. Marcello's music was characterized by its expressive melodies, intricate harmonies, and use of counterpoint. Marcello's first major composition was his opera, "La finta pazza," which was performed in Naples in 1630. The opera was a great success and established Marcello as a composer of note. Marcello continued to compose operas throughout his career, and his works were performed in many of the major cities of Italy. In addition to his operas, Marcello also composed a significant amount of sacred music, including masses, motets, and hymns. His sacred music was highly regarded and was performed in many of the major churches and cathedrals of Italy. Marcello's most famous work is his "Concerto in D minor for Oboe and Strings," which was composed in the early 18th century. The concerto is a masterpiece of Baroque music and is considered one of the greatest works for oboe in the classical repertoire. The concerto is characterized by its expressive melodies, intricate harmonies, and virtuosic oboe solos. Marcello's music was highly regarded during his lifetime, and he was recognized as one of the leading composers of his time. His works were performed by some of the greatest musicians of the day, including the famous castrato singer, Farinelli. Marcello died in Naples in 1662, at the age of 52. His legacy as a composer of classical music has endured to this day, and his works continue to be performed and admired by musicians and music lovers around the world.

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