During the 16th century Venice became one of the most important musical centers of Europe. It was even called the "Republic of Music".In 1604 Othello was first performed in front of James I of England. the first edition of the Bible in Greek was also printed here. Sadly the sixteenth century was the beginning of a long decline for venice.
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Were the Greeks allies with the Venetians?
Is Moor a degrading term then?
I did not know that Julius Ceasar had epilepsy.
What do you mean by American?
I never related Venice to Music, interesting.
ReplyDeleteWhat is Venice like today compared to then? Are there still music centers?
ReplyDeleteI remember learning somewhere that Vienna was a place of the arts and music during some time period... hmm.
ReplyDeleteI had no idea that the first edition of the Bible in Greek was printed there! I learned a lot of new things just by reading this.
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