“Servitore affetionatissimo Fra Gabriello Puliti” and the dedicatees of his published music works (1600–1635)

Abstract

Gabriello Puliti (c. 1583–1644) composed at least 36 musical works of which survived less than one half. The contents of 16 musical works and 15 preserved letters of dedication were analysed in an attempt to reconstruct the network of Puliti’s religious, cultural, musical, and other connections. Through his dedications the composer sought not so much financial gain as protection in all daily and professional activities.