Composer of the Week - Alessandro Scarlatti

Donald Macleod explores the life and work of Alessandro Scarlatti, who is seen as the founder of Neapolitan opera. He appraises the composer's legacy, asking if we should re-evaluate his importance

Published on Friday, 4th November 2011.

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