Which city did Scarlatti move to in 1719?
Lisbon
Paris
Vienna
London
Answer
Lisbon became Scarlatti's new home in 1719. He relocated from Palermo, Sicily, where he had served as maestro di cappella at the royal chapel since 1705. Scarlatti's move to Lisbon was prompted by an invitation from King John V of Portugal, who sought to enhance the musical culture of his court.
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