Castrati's Defeat

castrati. The economic situation of Italy is one of the few reasons that the castrati had a large uprising during the 16th-18th centuries. As a result, the number of castrated boys rose during this time and many didn’t succeed. Those who were talented however, were trained in a rigorous school where they were trained not only singing, but also theory, counterpoint, and language. Receiving a formal education was a very rare and uncommon privilege, especially for middle and low class citizens. Being a castrati paved a way for a more successful future and overall better life. Being a successful castrato brought fame and money, however fame also came with its drawbacks. Although many famous castrati like Farinelli and Senesino were praised