Series · 28 Jan 2021Musicosophy 12. Nietzsche (right up) against Wagner- 1:28:35An 18th-century Black composer, between Haydn and Mozart, and a renowned fencer and dancer.
Chevalier de Saint-George
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Who is this?Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-George(s) (; French:; 25 December 1745 – 9 June 1799) was a French violinist, conductor, composer, and soldier of African descent. Moreover, he demonstrated excellence as a fencer, an athlete, and a dancer. His historical significance lies partly in his distinctive background as a biracial free man of colour. Bologne was the first classical composer of African descent to attain widespread acclaim in Western music. […]
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Series · 28 Jan 2021Musicosophy 12. Nietzsche (right up) against Wagner