The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera
Author | : Peter Gammond |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 1986-01-01 |
Genre | : Opera |
ISBN | : 9781850520634 |
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Author | : Peter Gammond |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 1986-01-01 |
Genre | : Opera |
ISBN | : 9781850520634 |
Author | : Stanley Sadie |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 320 |
Release | : 2004 |
Genre | : Opera |
ISBN | : 9781741244342 |
Author | : Stanley Sadie |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 416 |
Release | : 2015-09-27 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781783616510 |
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.
Author | : Stanley Sadie |
Publisher | : Watson-Guptill Publications |
Total Pages | : 320 |
Release | : 2004 |
Genre | : Music |
ISBN | : 0823077217 |
A comprehensive overview of the history of opera, organized chronologically by era, traces the evolution of the musical art form from the perspective of its social and cultural contexts and offers a detailed study of opera houses, stage and scene aspects, voice, musical techniques, performances, and popular melody as they relate to opera.
Author | : Peter Gammond |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 262 |
Release | : 1979 |
Genre | : Music |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Stanley Sadie |
Publisher | : Flame Tree Music |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2017-12-15 |
Genre | : Music |
ISBN | : 9781783619900 |
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.
Author | : Peter Gammond |
Publisher | : Crescent |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 1979 |
Genre | : Music |
ISBN | : |
Arranged alphabetically by composers, this guide to over four hundred recorded operas features outlines of the operatic careers of the composers, details on the origins and first performances of major operas, musical analyses, synopses, and recording recommendations.
Author | : Leslie Orrey |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 1972 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Neil Ardley |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 192 |
Release | : 1986-01-01 |
Genre | : Music |
ISBN | : 9780600364108 |
Author | : Ken Wlaschin |
Publisher | : McFarland |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2009-09-24 |
Genre | : Music |
ISBN | : 9780786445967 |
This encyclopedia lists, describes and cross-references everything to do with American opera: works (both operas and operettas), composers, librettists, singers, and source authors, along with relevant recordings. The approximately 1,750 entries range from ballad operas and composers of the 18th century to modern minimalists and video opera artists. Each opera entry consists of plot, history, premiere and cast, followed by a chronological listing of recordings, movies and videos.