Henry Purcell: England's Baroque Master
Henry Purcell was a preeminent English composer of the Baroque era, renowned for blending Italian and French stylistic elements into a uniquely English musical language. His works span opera, sacred music, court odes, and theatrical compositions.Born into a musical family in Westminster, Purcell became a chorister at the Chapel Royal. He held prestigious positions including organist at Westminster Abbey and composer for the King's Violins....