Patrick Bade
Puritani: Vincenzo Bellini
Summary
“I puritani” was the final opera written by Vincenzo Bellini (1801–1835). Patrick Bade talks about the intricacies of the piece and discusses its relationship to the English Civil War.
Patrick Bade
Patrick Bade is a historian, writer, and broadcaster. He studied at UCL and the Courtauld Institute of Art. He was a senior lecturer at Christie’s Education for many years and has worked for the Art Fund, Royal Opera House, National Gallery, and V&A. He has published on 19th- and early 20th-century paintings and historical vocal recordings. His latest book is Music Wars: 1937–1945.
Yes, it is actually performed quite a bit, although I have to say I’ve never actually seen it on stage. I’m not sure why.
I think it’s difficult to find the singers.