The books have been written from renowned authorities from around the world, and are illustrated with music examples and halftones. Each begins with an introduction by Stanley Sadie and offers:
-- a chronology which situates the operas in the wider context of the composer's career
-- a survey of the composer's life and operas
-- synopses and expert appreciations of the operas
-- a glossary of operatic terms
-- an index for easy reference
These are the perfect books for any opera lover to have at the opening of the opera season.
The books have been written from renowned authorities from around the world, and are illustrated with music examples and halftones. Each begins with an introduction by Stanley Sadie and offers:
-- a chronology which situates the operas in the wider context of the composer's career
-- a survey of the composer's life and operas
-- synopses and expert appreciations of the operas
-- a glossary of operatic terms
-- an index for easy reference
These are the perfect books for any opera lover to have at the opening of the opera season.
Imprint | St Martin's Press |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | New Grove Composers |
Release date | November 1999 |
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Authors | Stanley Sadie |
Dimensions | 238 x 163 x 24mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover - Sewn / Cloth over boards |
Pages | 219 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-312-24432-3 |
Barcode | 9780312244323 |
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LSN | 0-312-24432-0 |