Joseph Bologna

Joseph Bologna, Chevalier de Saint-Georges (1745–1799), was a French violinist, composer, conductor, and soldier. Born to a father from Guadeloupe, he rose to fame in Paris despite racial prejudice. A virtuoso musician, he composed operas and was briefly Director of the Paris Opera before being ousted due to his mixed-race heritage. Nicknamed the “Black Mozart,” his legacy rivals that of Mozart himself. This account includes vivid illustrations, photos of key sites, a timeline, and “B Sharp” sidebars that highlight key moments in his remarkable life.

Includes Maps, Timeline, archival photos, Index, Glossary, Further Readings

32 pages.  Ages 7 to 10 / Grades 2 to 5

Content Advisor: John Viscardi, Executive Director of Classic Lyric Arts;
co-Founder of ArtSmart.org

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