Erdmann (Eduardo) Neuparth: From Military Musician to Music Publisher in Portugal

Author:

Maria João Albuquerque

Report:

50

Page:

21

Year:

2023

Excerpt:

Erdmann Neuparth, an influential 18th-century figure, provides a compelling narrative for exploring the evolution of military bands, music's role in combat regiments, and a professional musician's life. From a humble agricultural background in Germany, Neuparth rose to establish a prestigious music publishing house in Lisbon. His journey reflects the intersection of music, military history, and cultural exchange during a transformative European period. In this article, we will examine the life of this military musician to better understand military music from this period and the status of the army musicians.

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