Music-Genres & Styles-Opera

A passionate memoir exploring classical music, its restorative qualities and wider cultural influence by the celebrated Chief Conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra. Sir Antonio Pappano is one of the best known and most celebrated conductors alive today. His deeply held belief in the...

"Resurrection" is a powerful operatic libretto based on the final, monumental novel by Leo Tolstoy. Adapted by Cesare Hanau, this work provides the dramatic framework for Franco Alfano's acclaimed opera, delving into the deep complexities of human guilt, societal injustice, and moral salvation. The...

"The Victrola Book of the Opera; Stories of the Operas" serves as an essential companion for opera enthusiasts and casual listeners alike, providing a comprehensive guide to the world's most beloved lyrical dramas. This work offers detailed plot summaries and act-by-act breakdowns of numerous...

Harry Lawrence Freeman (1869 -1954) preceded Scott Joplin, Shirley Graham, and William Grant Still in African-American grand opera composition. One of the earliest American composers to infuse his scores with jazz, blues, and spirituals, Freeman wrote libretti steeped in dialect and included non-traditional instruments...

Historians of French politics, art, philosophy and literature have long known the tensions and fascinations of Louis XV's reign, the 1750s in particular. David Charlton's study comprehensively re-examines this period, from Rameau to Gluck and elucidates the long-term issues surrounding opera. Taking Rousseau's Le...

Norma is by common consent the finest of the ten operas composed during Vincenzo Bellini's short career. Professor Kimbell provides the biographical and cultural context of the opera, examines its artistic qualities and suggests something of the impression Norma has made on our imaginations...

"The Flying Dutchman" is a seminal romantic opera in three acts by the legendary composer Richard Wagner. Based on the haunting nautical legend of a doomed captain cursed to sail the seas for eternity, the work explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the supernatural....

"More Stories of Famous Operas" is a compelling guide designed to bring the dramatic and musical splendor of the world's greatest stage works to life. Serving as a companion for music lovers and theatergoers, this volume explores the narratives, characters, and thematic undercurrents of...

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Richard Wagner His Life and His Dramas pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. Delve into the life and groundbreaking work of one of history's most influential composers with...

In a seminal essay Carl Dahlhaus has pointed out that "often it is possible to turn the ending in a different direction without making any difference to the substance of the tragic course of events leading to it". Dahlhaus' statement is especially relevant to...

What emerges from this study, is a picture of 18th-century opera as a literary work as well as a theatrical and musical event in its challenging and variable interactions of poetry, music, gesture and decor. This is illuminated by an exploration of both the...

Author: Daniel CatanISBN-10: 1617740306ISBN-13: 9781617740305Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2010Pages: 56Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 10.20h x 6.50w x 0.40d

Author: Giuseppe VerdiISBN-10: 0793552109ISBN-13: 9780793552108Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 10.30h x 6.50w x 0.80d

Richard Strauss is a composer much loved among audiences throughout the world, both in the opera house and the concert hall. Despite this popularity, Strauss was for many years ignored by scholars, who considered his commercial success and his continued reliance on the tonal...

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Some Forerunners of Italian Opera pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. Delve into the rich history of Italian opera with William James Henderson's "Some Forerunners of Italian Opera,"...

The life of an opera singer is a total mystery to 99% of members of the audience at any performance. This fascinating book, written by Brian Bannatyne-Scott, a Scottish bass who, over four decades, has sung roles all over the world, as well as...

Author: Walter James TurnerISBN-10: 1258212226ISBN-13: 9781258212223Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 142Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.44lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.30d

""Iris: An Opera In Three Acts"" is a libretto written by Italian playwright Luigi Illica, first published in 1902. The story revolves around a young Japanese girl named Iris, who is forced into prostitution by her father after her mother dies. Iris falls in...

This classic reference work offers a comprehensive guide to the world's best-loved operas. With detailed synopses of each work, along with background information on the composers and historical context, this book is an ideal companion for seasoned opera-goers and novices alike.This work has been...

A detailed documentary history of opera in Portugal from the beginning of the eighteenth century to the inauguration of the still existing Teatro de S. Carlos in 1793. This 1989 study shows how the introduction of opera into the country at the beginning of...

"Opera Synopses: A Guide to the Plots and Characters of the Standard Operas" is an essential reference for music lovers and opera enthusiasts alike. This comprehensive guide offers detailed summaries of the most celebrated works in the operatic repertoire, providing readers with a clear...

Opera and popular entertainment intersected at the turn of the twentieth century just as Americans debated the terms of citizenship. Kristen M. Turner disentangles the intertwined histories of race, class, gender, culture, and musical style to explain opera's place in the mass culture of...

Opera and popular entertainment intersected at the turn of the twentieth century just as Americans debated the terms of citizenship. Kristen M. Turner disentangles the intertwined histories of race, class, gender, culture, and musical style to explain opera's place in the mass culture of...

In Singing in Greek: A Guide to Greek Lyric Diction and Vocal Repertoire, Lydía Zervanos reveals to singers the vast riches of Greek vocal music. Dating back to 1770, Greek art music--following the Western European styles, often drawing on themes from folk music and...

(Vocal Score). Trusted the world over, the classic, authoritative G. Schirmer editions of the stage works of Gilbert & Sullivan have been spruced up! These new vocal scores feature the complete music and all dialogue, gorgeous color covers, plot synopses, articles on the famous...

This classic test first published in 1966 has withstood the test of time as a teaching aid for English-speaking singers, coaches, and accompanists, in order that their art may be more communicative to the public. Author: Berton Coffin,Werner Singer,Pierre DelattreISBN-10: 0810801493ISBN-13: 9780810801493Publisher: Scarecrow PressLanguage:...

Drawing on a wide range of sources, this book provides an often entertaining insight into Lully's Royal Academy of Music, and the colourful characters who surrounded it, to present an informative picture of the organization and evolution of French Baroque opera, its aims and...

"The Gilbert & Sullivan Book" provides a comprehensive and richly detailed exploration of one of the most celebrated partnerships in the history of musical theater. This work chronicles the lives and creative synergy of dramatist W. S. Gilbert and composer Arthur Sullivan, delving into...

Author: Sheila Larchet CuthbertISBN-10: 1789971012ISBN-13: 9781789971019Publisher: Peter Lang Ltd, International Academic PublisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/28/2022Pages: 258Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.78lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d

The Perfect Wagnerite is George Bernard Shaw's critical analysis of Richard Wagner's Ring Cycle. Shaw unpacks the opera's themes, linking its mythological narrative to political and social ideas of the 19th century. Insightful and provocative, this work offers a unique perspective on Wagner's masterpiece,...

"The Victor Book of the Opera" is a comprehensive and authoritative guide designed to enhance the listener's understanding and enjoyment of the world's greatest lyrical dramas. This extensive volume provides detailed act-by-act synopses of a vast repertoire, ranging from the foundational works of the...

The first major transatlantic study of Italian opera between 1870 and 1922, this book investigates the changing operatic relations between Italy and the Americas during the crucial decades from Italian unification until the rise of Fascism. Opera held a key role in Italy's self-image...

This is the vocal score of "Utopia Limited," or "The Flower of Progress," a comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan. Composed by Arthur Sullivan, with libretto by W. S. Gilbert, "Utopia, Limited" premiered in 1893. Set on the fictional island of Utopia in the...

Immerse yourself in Gioacchino Rossini's timeless opera, "Il Barbiere di Siviglia," with this meticulously crafted edition. This volume presents the complete Italian text alongside a new English translation, allowing readers to fully appreciate the wit and beauty of the original libretto. Included are the...

MARIA CALLAS: What Secrets Lie Behind Her Haunting Voice?The Untold Story of the World's Most Enigmatic Soprano Step into the dramatic world of Maria Callas, the woman who transcended opera to become a global icon. This is not just another biography, it's an unforgettable...

The musical career of Donald Pippin, founder of San Francisco's Pocket Opera, has spanned over six decades. From his first translation in 1968 he has dedicated himself to the task of producing singable, intelligible, and literate English versions of both well-loved classics and lesser-known...

The human voice does not make use of keys like a piano to produce specific sounds. Therefore, reliable strategies are necessary when a singer has to sight-read the score. The following method is dedicated to singers and voice students with at least a little...

Amanda Johnston provides a comprehensive resource offering a modern approach to lyric diction and a thorough analysis of German and English. The third edition expands the discussion of many crucial concepts, such as stylistic diction choices for musical theatre, the varied treatment of "R"...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

Explore the world of opera through this collection that includes works by Publius Vergilius Maro. This volume offers a unique perspective on classical themes adapted for the operatic stage. Discover the drama, passion, and artistry of opera as presented through timeless stories and poetic...

"Don Giovanni," also known as "Don Juan," is a grand serio-comic opera in two acts, a masterpiece of collaboration between Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Lorenzo Da Ponte. This timeless work explores themes of seduction, morality, and divine justice through the captivating tale of Don...

"Manon Lescaut" is a renowned lyric drama in four acts, a cornerstone of the operatic repertoire. Composed by Giacomo Puccini with a libretto by Domenico Oliva, it showcases Puccini's talent for passionate melodies and dramatic storytelling. This enduring work explores themes of love, sacrifice,...

La Bohème, in four acts, is one of the world's most popular operas, telling a tragic story of love and loss among Parisian artists. This libretto, originally written in Italian by Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica, sets the stage for Giacomo Puccini's immortal music....

"The Mascot" ("La Mascotte") is a comic opera in three acts, offering a delightful journey into the world of 19th-century French musical theatre. Composed with a light and cheerful spirit, this opera tells a whimsical story filled with memorable characters and enchanting melodies. Alfred...

La ópera clásica de Vincenzo Bellini, con el libreto de Felice Romani. La trama sigue la historia de la tragedia del druida normando Pollione y su amor por la sacerdotisa Norma, que lo lleva a traicionar a su propia gente. Con una música emotiva...

Experience the thrilling story of Samson and Delilah brought to life in this spectacular opera composed by Camille Saint-Saëns. With breathtaking music and stunning performances, this production is sure to leave you captivated.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and...

Follow the antics of Figaro and his friends in this beloved comic opera by Pierre Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais. With music by Mozart, this four-act opera is full of beautiful arias, witty dialogue, and comedic hijinks. This edition includes the full libretto, making it...

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

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