Who is Robert Parker?

Who is Robert Parker?

Roger Parker (born London United Kingdom, 2 August 1951) is an English musicologist and, since January 2007, has been Thurston Dart Professor of Music at King’s College London. His work has centred on opera.

What is John Parker doing now?

In addition to teaching, Parker has been active as joint editor in the preparation of critical editions of the work of 19th-century Italian composer Gaetano Donizetti for the Milan publishing house Ricordi.

Where can I find John Parker’s lectures on music?

Between 2006 and 2010, while Professor of Music at Gresham College, London, Parker presented four series of free public lectures, one example being “Verdi and Milan” in 2007 which is available on video.

Where did John Parker study opera?

Additionally, Parker has presented talks on UK radio on aspects of opera, including his talk “Verdi 200: Viva Verdi” on BBC Radio 3 on 6 January and 13 October 2013. He studied at the University of London, first at Goldsmiths’ College, and then at King’s College London from which he obtained his PhD in 1981.