Previous posts for August 17 are here: Nicola Porpora (2019), (2020), Nicola Porpora; Mae West (2021), Nicola Porpora (2022), and Nicola Porpora (2023)
Nicola Porpora (17 August 1686 – 3 March 1768) was a fine composer and a great singing teacher.
Once More unto the Breach
On the birthday of Nicola Porpora,
About whom it’s hard to make jokes.
It’s an onerous annual chore for a
Writer on musical folks.
I’ve check all my lists to explore for a
Personage born on this date,
I’ve scoured the musical lore for a
Candidate (living of late)
With no luck, so I’m writing once more for a
Birthday I cannot postpone.
And imploring my muses to soar for a
Composer who’s largely unknown.
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