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Flute Performance and Playing Styles during England's 18th Century

Prof. dr. h.c. Ton Koopman (promotor), prof. Frans de Ruiter (promotor)

An examination of the experiences offered by the unique career of an 18th Century female travelling virtuoso will bring into play issues of aesthetics, gender and instrumental tone to aid an understanding of the flute’s shifting role and significance from the Classical to early Romantic periods.