Have you ever wondered what the lives of legendary violin makers such as Stradivari, Guarneri and Amati were like? What was happening in their lives when they made these extraordinary instruments? And just what were the secrets of the Cremonese violin makers? Come and discover the fascinating lives of famous luthiers on the Violin Chronicles Podcast.
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Have you ever wondered what the lives of legendary violin makers such as Stradivari, Guarneri and Amati were like? What was happening in their lives when they made these extraordinary instruments? And just what were the secrets of the Cremonese violin makers? Come and discover the fascinating lives of famous luthiers on the Violin Chronicles Podcast.
Ep 31. Pietro Guarneri of Mantua part 4 When your boss is a class A loser.
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Ep 31. Pietro Guarneri of Mantua part 4 When your boss is a class A loser.
Here we are! The final chapter in the life of Pietro Guarneri of Mantua, a distinguished violin maker, and his experiences during a turbulent period in history. Pietro's mother-in-law joins their household in 1700. Pietro's style of violin making has evolved substantially, reflecting the broader and bolder designs of his instruments.
However, family tensions arise as his brother Giuseppe fails to pay Pietro his share of their father's inheritance, eventually resolving the dispute after several years. Meanwhile, historical events significantly impact Pietro’s life. The death of the King of Spain in 1700 sparks the War of Spanish Succession, embroiling Mantua in conflict as the French and Austrians vie for control over northern Italian territories.
This period sees devastating consequences for Pietro's family, including the death of his daughter Eleonora and the chronic instability caused by shifting political powers. Despite these challenges, Pietro continues his craft, even as the Austrians eventually claim Mantua what will happen to our violin maker Pietro Guarneri?
Personal tragedies persist with the death of more children, but Pietro forges on, making exquisite instruments until his death in 1720.
Mantua is transforming how will the art of the violin makers survive this upheaval?
The Violin Chronicles Podcast
Have you ever wondered what the lives of legendary violin makers such as Stradivari, Guarneri and Amati were like? What was happening in their lives when they made these extraordinary instruments? And just what were the secrets of the Cremonese violin makers? Come and discover the fascinating lives of famous luthiers on the Violin Chronicles Podcast.
