Stradella

Out of accord with his countryman, Chrzanovsky, he disobeyed his orders and lingered at Stradella.

Stradella wins the hand of Leonora, the fair ward of the wealthy Venetian merchant, Bassi, who is also in love with her.

Ortensia should profit by the opportunity, even if Stradella asked a silver ducat for each lesson.

Stradella's face was quite grave, while Ortensia's lips were just parted, as if she were ready to smile, if he would.

Alessandro Stradella was a Sicilian on both sides, though he had been born in Naples, and he wasted no time when his chance came.