Francesca Caccini

Francesca Caccini (September 18, 1587 – probably 1640) was an Italian composer, singer, lutenist, and music teacher of the early Baroque era. She was the daughter of Giulio Caccini, and was probably the most famous and influential female European composer, in any genre, between Hildegard of Bingen in the 12th century and the 19th century. Her opera, La liberazione di Ruggiero, was the first Italian opera to be performed outside of Italy.

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September 18 - 1587 - 1640 - Italian - Lutenist - Baroque - Giulio Caccini - Hildegard of Bingen - 12th century - 19th century - Opera

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