About Natale Abbadia
Lived 1782 – 1861 (aged 79). Natale Abbadia was an Italian composer, conductor, conducting and harpsichord.
Natale Abbadia (11 March 1792 – 25 December 1861) was an Italian composer, harpsichordist, and conductor. Born in Genoa, Italy, he studied music at the Genoa Conservatory.
From 1831 to 1837, he taught singing in his native city and was a conductor at the Teatro Carlo Felice. He later taught singing in Milan. One of his pupils was his daughter, Luigia Abbadia, who had a successful career as an opera singer.
As a composer, Natale Abbadia wrote music for the theatre and for the church. He composed the opera Giannina di Pontieu (1812), the musical farce L'imbroglione ed il castigamatti, and several masses, motets, and other religious music. He died in Milan at the age of 69.
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Who was Natale Abbadia?
Italian composer and choir director
When was Natale Abbadia born?
Natale Abbadia was born on 11 March 1782 in Genoa.
When did Natale Abbadia die?
Natale Abbadia died on 25 December 1861 in Milan.
What was Natale Abbadia's occupation?
Natale Abbadia was a composer, conductor, conducting and harpsichord.
What nationality was Natale Abbadia?
Natale Abbadia was Italian.
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