Life
Trained at the dawn of the Arcadian taste, his long and prolific career led him to reach full maturity in an era of great stylistic richness, in which Arcadian solidity fused with the new elegance of the Rococo and with the critical spirit of the Enlightenment.
Born in Pisa in 1677, Clari received his first musical training in his native city. He soon became known as an organist and composer, taking on the role of chapel master in Pistoia and, subsequently, in Pisa. His production combines the solemnity of sacred music with a melodic talent that expressed itself particularly in vocal duets and trios.
His compositions spread widely throughout Italy and Europe, influencing even foreign authors. He died in his native city in 1754, leaving a musical heritage that is still being rediscovered and appreciated today.
Aneddoto
The celebrated duets
His duets and trios were so admired that they were considered pedagogical models in European singing schools.Works
He composed numerous vocal duets and trios, as well as cantatas, oratorios, masses, and motets. His sacred music was performed in the major Tuscan cathedrals, and his vocal collections circulated widely in print.
Briciole di storia
Professional diner
In Florence, in the early 1700s, Fagiuoli was a regular at the dinners of the nobles, who invited him to delight in his sparkling replies. He would arrive, sit down, and serve up jokes and improvised octaves. He paid the bill in wit, not in florins.
Pubblico dominio (Commons)
