EXCLUSIVE: Haendel Was Born in Italy! The Baroque Genius Shines at Castello Ruspoli
The French magazine Classica hits newsstands this June with a sensational headline: “Haendel Was Born in Italy!”
The exclusive article confirms the thesis that the German composer’s true genius fully blossomed during his essential stay in Rome. The feature explores how Haendel, arriving in the Eternal City at just 21, quickly gained the esteem of influential patrons.
The highlight of the report naturally goes to our beloved Castello Ruspoli!
Classica reports that it was at the Ruspoli family’s country residence, away from the Roman hustle, that Haendel dedicated himself to composing several cantatas, leaving an indelible mark, such as the poignant Armida abbandonata. The article is essential for understanding how this Italian youth shaped all his subsequent work in London, from oratorio to opera.
Don’t miss the chance to relive this golden age! The Versailles Festival is currently celebrating this crucial period with the concert series “The Royal Voices: Haendel in Rome,” running until July 8th.
