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PG-P.730.007
27 Jan-3 Feb 1730:31 (64)
This week the voices hired by Mr. Handel for the Italian
Opera's in the Hay-Market, are expected from France. Their
names are,
Signor Bernachi, who is esteemed the best singer in Italy.
Signora Merighi, a woman of a very fine presence, an
excellent actress, and a very good singer, a counter-tenor.
Signora Strada, who hath a very fine treble voice, a
person of singular merit.
Signor Annibal Pio Fabri, a most excellent tenor, and a
fine voice.
His wife, who performs a man's part exceeding well.
Signora Bartoldi, who has a very fine treble voice: she
is also very fine actress both in men and womens parts.
A bass voice from Hamburgh, there being none worth
engaging in Italy.
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