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Music a la Carte: Andrea Clearfield's Salon in Philadelphia

by Victor L. Schermer
February 1, 2009

According to Wikipedia, what is called the “salon" originated in Paris in the 17th century. Held in the homes of significant personages, and providing a unique opportunity for women in particular to serve as hostesses and mingle with “society," the early salons brought together high-minded individuals to read and discuss literary works. Over the course of ...