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The Collins Guide To Opera And Operetta
By (author) Michael White, By (author) Elaine Henderson
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Originally published in 1997, Collins Opera & Operetta is an invaluable guide to this fascinating but sometimes misunderstood art form, presenting essential information on over 180 major operas and operettas in an accessible, yet scholarly, way. The entry for each opera includes: The composer, the librettist and the first performance Principal characters and plot synopsis Musical approach and highlights Diverting background information, reviews and anecdotes featured in an entertaining Did you know? section The guide also includes a potted biography and list of operatic output for each composer, plus an overview of the history and development of opera and operetta, and a glossary of musical terms. With a timescale ranging from 17th century Monteverdi to present-day Birtwistle and an alphabetical spread from Adams to Zimmermann, via Britten, Mozart, Puccini, Strauss, Sullivan, Verdi and Wagner, Collins Opera & Operetta is an indispensable reference source for opera devotees and newcomers alike.
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Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers
Published date | 31 May 2018
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Format | Digital download
Pages | 416
Dimensions | 0 x 0 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 0g
ISBN | 978-0-0082-9953-8
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BISAC | music / genres & styles / opera
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