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A week later, on 27 May 1840, the 57-year-old Paganini died from internal hemorrhaging before a priest could be summoned. Because of this, and his widely rumored association with the devil, the Church denied his body a Catholic burial in Genoa.
Apr 2, 2014 · He moved to Nice, France, to recover, but died there on May 27, 1840. Paganini is considered perhaps the greatest violinist that ever lived and his compositions, including 24 Caprices, for...
May 27, 1999 · Niccolò Paganini (born October 27, 1782, Genoa, republic of Genoa [Italy]—died May 27, 1840, Nice, France) was an Italian composer and principal violin virtuoso of the 19th century. A popular idol, he inspired the Romantic mystique of the virtuoso and revolutionized violin technique.
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In 1838, Paganini moved to Nice, where his condition further deteriorated. On 20 May 1840, the Bishop of Nice sent the local parish priest to perform the sacrament. Believing he would live, Paganini refused it. But he died suddenly from internal hemorrhaging on 27 May 1840 without receiving the last rites.
Oct 27, 2022 · Paganini died of larynx cancer on 27 May, 1840 in Nice, France. Before his death, he turned away a priest offering him last rites, the final prayers Catholics receive at the end of their lives.
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Jul 1, 2018 · As his health got worse over time, Niccolò Paganini died on 27 May 1840 from internal hemorrhaging. Due to issues with the Catholic church, his body was formally buried 36 years later in...
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May 18, 2018 · A critical illness in Oct. 1838 led to the loss of his voice; in Nov. 1839 he went to Nice for his health, and died there the following spring. Paganini’s stupendous technique, power, and control, as well as his romantic passion and intense energy, made him the marvel of his time.
