“Handel's yearning for independence from the traditional chains of patronage and his persistence in monitoring his productions resulted with unique developments concerning Baroque 'opera seria'; however, paradoxically his personal obsession to obtain complete artistic freedom generated disastrous side-effects that eventually… — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“Having considered Handel's tumultuous opera career and his first term at Covent Garden in the 1730s, perhaps we may dare to suggest he was one of the foremost pioneers in establishing autonomy within the traditional system of music patronage, notwithstanding… — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“... a man doesn't like to have his ego popped, especially when he prides himself on his sagacity, and then to be proved wrong… — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“(Marlowe's) Faustus stubbornly reverts to his atheistic beliefs and continues his elementary pagan re-education ~ the inferno to him is a 'place' invented by men.” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“If Erik existed and lived life in despair, We wish him to know we are here and we care.” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“Isn't it strange how people are selective about the truth the want to see or hear?” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“Thought for the day: Twitter...140 character limit...must be a great tool for fortune cookie writers...” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“Righteous, I like that. Kinda fitting when you think about it. If we danced and shared music, we'd be too busy en-joy-in' life to… — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“I dispute the point that nuclear energy is 'clean' and 'cost-effective'. As I recall, when we first harnessed nuclear power it was to drop… — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“... a true friend has your best interests at heart and the pluck to tell you what you need to hear.” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“Stop teasing you two,” Suzy jumped in, “not all of Kathy’s ideas are wacky.” “Gee thanks. Was that supposed to be a compliment?” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“I have been told the best things in life are free ~ I found them very expensive.” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
“There was something melancholic about that symbol of their nation's promise of freedom, a bell with a chipped mouth and cleft body.” — E.A. Bucchianeri Copy Share Image
