Galuppi, Baldassare

Galuppi, Baldassare (10–18–1706, Burano, near Venice; 1–3–1785, Venice). Italian comp. He received his earliest musical training from his father, a barber and violinist. At 16 he composed his first opera; its failure led him to seek advice from Benedetto Marcello. Upon the latter's recommendation Galuppi became a student of Antonio Lotti, studying theory and keyboard for 3 years before returning to theatrical composition. A new opera, written in 1728, achieved a modest acclaim, but his next…