- Publisher: Flame Tree
- Year: 2017
- Format: Hardback
- Pages: 384pp
- Illustrated: No
- Dimensions: 240x162mm
- Condition: New
- Weight: 0.6kg
- ISBN: 9781783619900
- Product code: 536653
Definitive Opera Encyclopedia
New Hardback
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With seven sections covering periods from the early Baroque to the modern era, this accessible guide introduces key themes and important dates in the history of a complex art form. It includes short biographies of major personalities and synopses of the most popular operas; the new edition features updated recording recommendations and information on recent developments. Foreword by Philip Langridge.
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Updated and expanded version of the classic reference work, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera, this new text edition examines the history and development of opera, from its roots in the theatrical choral dances of Ancient Greece, through the sublime compositions of Handel and Mozart and on to the groundbreaking works of Verdi, Wagner and beyond.
Organised by era, the composers and their works, along with the key librettists and singers of the period, are placed in their historical, social and cultural context through extensive introductory sections. Cross-references and theme boxes allow the reader to follow a particular area of interest throughout the book, or to explore related information. The comprehensive text brings to life the splendour and emotional energy of the best operas, performers and companies.
Organised by era, the composers and their works, along with the key librettists and singers of the period, are placed in their historical, social and cultural context through extensive introductory sections. Cross-references and theme boxes allow the reader to follow a particular area of interest throughout the book, or to explore related information. The comprehensive text brings to life the splendour and emotional energy of the best operas, performers and companies.
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With seven sections covering periods from the early Baroque to the modern era, this accessible guide introduces key themes and important dates in the history of a complex art form. It includes short biographies of major personalities and synopses of the most popular operas; the new edition features updated recording recommendations and information on recent developments. Foreword by Philip Langridge.
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240x162mm
Flame Tree
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