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S47 Ep4

Now Hear This “Handel: Italian Style”

Premiere: 10/11/2019 | 00:00:30 |

Before becoming the most famous composer of his time, Handel gained a lifetime of experience in Italy. Welcomed by wealthy patrons, he traveled with the Scarlatti family and learned from Corelli and the masters of the Italian Style. Yoo returns to Italy to follow in Handel’s footsteps, taking in the art, architecture, fashion, food, wine, light and landscape.

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Yoo returns to Italy to follow in Handel’s footsteps.

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Join violinist, Scott Yoo, as he discovers the secret of German composer, George Frideric Handel's music.

Some say it was a four year trip to Italy.

Imagine what he thought when he saw this.

I went there to see the art that surrounded him, drink what he drank, and eat what he ate.

Discover how Italian culture changed his life forever.

Enjoy Now Hear This, 'Handel: Italian Style' on Great Performances.

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