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"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...

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,...

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,...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

This reprint is of the first English paperback edition of Richard Wagner's autobiography. This is a primary document of enormous importance for all Wagner enthusiasts, being virtually the sole source of information of the composer's childhood and youth. Written for Wagner's second wife, Cosima,...

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...

Moses has long been a source of modern fascination. For Sigmund Freud and psychoanalysis, Moses was a particularly fruitful subject for the study of memory and historiography. He also held great interest for the visual and performing arts. In the 1920s and '30s, the...

Reviewing the first volume of Opera Scenes for Class and Stage, Walter Ducloux wrote in the Opera Journal: "If you can come up, within five seconds, with an operatic excerpt involving two sopranos, four mezzo-sopranos, two tenors, and a bass, you don't need this...

Blackness in Opera critically examines the intersections of race and music in the multifaceted genre of opera. A diverse cross-section of scholars places well-known operas (Porgy and Bess, Aida, Treemonisha) alongside lesser-known works such as Frederick Delius's Koanga, William Grant Still's Blue Steel, and...

Once a wildly popular form of Spanish entertainment, the zarzuela boasts a long history of bridging classical and popular art. Yet its contradictions make it a theatrical chameleon. Neither opera nor serious drama, the staging still requires trained singers and good actors. Neither purely...

"The Young Gigli" is an insightful study of the early career and vocal prowess of the legendary Italian tenor, Beniamino Gigli. Written by the esteemed music critic and musicologist Rodolfo Celletti, this work provides a meticulous analysis of Gigli's formative years on the operatic...

(Opera). This imported, premium collector's book celebrates the 100th anniversary of the beloved Puccini opera. It is all at once an art book, history book, and a book about opera. Includes: more than 100 images, including period photos, scene and costume sketches, period posters...

A History of Opera by Arthur Elson is a comprehensive guide to the origins and evolution of opera as an art form. The book traces the history of opera from its beginnings in 16th-century Italy to its development and spread throughout Europe and the...

The 12 new essays in this volume explore the relationship between text and music in Alban Berg's works. The book examines the biographical issues that made such expressive choices attractive to the composer, and explores ways in which works not involving explicit verbal texts...

(Opera). Kirke Mechem's revision of Moliere's opera 'Tartuffe'. Book does include a recap of the opera and extensive program notes by Mechem. This is classified as a COMIC OPERA.Author: K. MechemISBN-10: 0793534763ISBN-13: 9780793534760Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing CorporationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/1994Pages: 52Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 10.20h x...

This imported, premium collector's book celebrates the 100th anniversary of the beloved Puccini opera. It is all at once an art book, history book, and a book about opera. Includes: more than 100 images, including period photos, scene and costume sketches, period posters and...

This is the first critical study of the nineteenth-century French grand opera La Juive (Paris Opera, 1835) a powerful and successful work by the leading dramatist and librettist, Eugene Scribe, and conservatoire-trained composer, Fromental Halévy. Hallman explores the politically charged messages of the opera...

Giuseppe Fortunino Francesco Verdi (1813-1901) was an Italian Romantic opera composer, best known for Rigoletto, Aida, and La Traviata -- which follows the life, lioves and death of a courtesan, Violetta, from tuberculosis. Francesco Maria Piave (1810-1876) was an Italian opera librettist who worked...

"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...

With his death in 2007, the world lost not merely one of the greatest classical singers of all time, it lost an outsize, lovable personality with an ego to match. Much has been written about his life but no book provides as much detail...

The monograph concerns one of the most important trends in contemporary classical Polish music. The ‟new romanticism" represented the reaction to the crisis of the avant-garde in the 70s. It appeared in works by the ‟1933 generation" (Penderecki, Górecki, Kilar), ‟the Stalowa Wola generation"...

Beitrge Zur Kritik Des Lohengrin is a fascinating study of Richard Wagner's Lohengrin. Written by musical scholar Ernst Elster, this book delves into the complex themes and motifs of Wagner's magnum opus. Whether you are a Wagner aficionado or simply wish to deepen your...

Translated from German as "Soliman the Second," this romantic opera tells the story of a sultan who falls in love with a European woman and must overcome numerous obstacles in order to win her heart. Favart's lush score and melodramatic plot make this a...

Il Trovatore è un'opera lirica di Giuseppe Verdi, nota per le sue arie di grande impatto emotivo come 'Il Balen del suo sorriso' e 'Stride la vampa'. Il libretto è stato scritto da Salvatore Cammarano, e in seguito curato da Leone Emanuele Bardare e...

"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...

"Enrico Caruso His Life and Death" is an intimate and moving biography of the legendary Italian tenor, written by his wife, Dorothy Caruso. This work offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the man widely considered the greatest singer in the history of opera. Through...

"Pelleas and Melisande" is a profound exploration of Symbolist drama, capturing a world of ethereal beauty, haunting mystery, and tragic fate. The narrative centers on the enigmatic Melisande, a woman found weeping in a forest by Prince Golaud. After joining him at his family's...

"Sunlight and Song: A Singer's Life" is the illuminating autobiography of Maria Jeritza, one of the most celebrated and charismatic operatic sopranos of the early twentieth century. Known for her powerful voice and extraordinary dramatic presence, Jeritza provides a rare, firsthand account of her...

New Dramaturgies of Contemporary Opera is the first and only book that approaches the dramaturgy of contemporary opera from the unique perspectives of living practitioners (composers, librettists, directors, producers, singers, dramaturgs, and administrators) who provide valuable first-hand insight into the coming into being of...

Since its premiere in 1868, Wagner's Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg has defied repeated upheavals in the cultural-political landscape of German statehood to retain its unofficial status as the German national opera. The work's significance as a touchstone of national culture survived even such troubling...

João Pedro Cachopo examines the intensification of the myth of Maria Callas in the 21st century, focusing on media-driven projects around the celebrated soprano that illustrate the coexistence of technological euphoria and cultural nostalgia in the digital age. Nearly 50 years after the death...

This generously illustrated survey of 80 halls from the past three centuries is a personal selection by the authors, enriched by recommendations from leading musical authorities. These auditoria combine consistently high standards of performance with architectural and acoustical excellence. Our survey focuses on three...

Experience Richard Wagner's operatic masterpiece, "Parsifal," in a new light with this English verse translation by Alfred Forman. This rendition brings the epic tale of the Holy Grail, the Knights Templar, and the quest for redemption to English-speaking audiences, capturing the profound themes of...

Unlock the captivating world of "Deems Taylor" by John Tasker Howard, a timeless masterpiece that has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully restored by Alpha Editions. This collector's item is not just a reprint; it's a cultural treasure brought back...