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Handel in a Duel

5/15/2016

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Did you know that Handel was in a duel?

In 1704 Handel was in a duel with his opera-pit companion and friend, Johann Mattheson.

As the legend goes, an argument over the seat of the conductor and continuo position in the pit led to a duel. Handel was struck by his opponent’s sword but was saved by the button on his coat.
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