Peter Holman has done a lot of original archival work on English sources
including 18th and 19th C references to lutes. For example, he brought to light
the use of the theorbo in the 1845 concerts organised by Prince Albert. You may
care to contact him.
M.
Jeffrey Noonan [EMAIL
A question--I've recently run across references to a lutenist
identified variously as
Francisco Weiber
Francisco Weber
Francisco Waber
He was active in London in the 1720s and performed with the
composer/cellist Giovanni Bononcini as well as the castrato Francesco
Thanks to all who responded so far. I've not seen Peter Holman for years
(decades, actually) and contacting him is a good idea. I'll follow up on the
German name, as well.
Once Bononcini's fortunes with his operas changed, he was in fact hired to
perform twice weekly at Henrietta's (the
Hello all-
I've recently heard from Richard Darsie. He is can be reached at:
Richard Darsie
2735 Ganges Pl
Davis Ca 95616
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Cheers, Charlie
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Dear Jeff and All:
Senesino was a frequent performer in Handel's London opera productions,
according to Christopher Hogwood's recent Handel biography. Perhaps archives
on Handel's opera orchestra could shed some light on Mr. Weber. I think
Handel used theorbo or archlute at least occasionally.
Yes, the dates are all set
June 22-28, 2008
It will be at Case Western Reserve again and plans are being made now
for a great week.
Nancy Carlin
Have dates been set for the 2008 Lute Fest at Case Western yet? I am
also assuming it will be held at Case again.
Regards,
Craig
