Details

Subject(s)

• Bassano family [Browse]
• Music—England—16th century—History and criticism [Browse]
• Music—England—17th century—History and criticism [Browse]
• England—Genealogy [Browse]
• Venice (Italy)—Genealogy [Browse]
• Italy—Genealogy [Browse]

Related name

• Prior, Roger [Browse]

Summary note

• In the 1530s, five Bassano brothers, who were outstanding wind players and instrument makers, emigrated from Venice to England. Dr Lasocki's authoritative new book, the first to be devoted to the family, is a minutely researched account of these brothers, their sons (and a daughter) and their grandsons. The first half of the book discusses the everyday affairs of the family - their relationships, religion, property, law suits, finances, and standing in society.
• Two chapters, one written by Roger Prior, are devoted to Emilia Bassano, whose identification as the 'dark lady' of Shakespeare's sonnets is supported by a wealth of evidence.
• The second half of the book discusses the family's musical activities. At the English Court the Bassanos made up a recorder consort that lasted 90 years; they also played in the flute/cornett and shawm/sackbut consorts. As instrument makers their fame extended throughout Europe. The book's appendices present information on the Venetian branch of the family and the musical activities of the English branch since 1665.

Bibliographic references

Includes bibliographical references (p. 257-275) and index.

ISBN

0859679438

LCCN

94041454

OCLC

31435127

RCP

C - S

Statement on language in description

Princeton University Library aims to describe library materials in a manner that is respectful to the individuals and communities who create, use, and are represented in the collections we manage. Read more...