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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 th...
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| Published: |
Flame Tree Publishing,
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| Publisher Address: | London : |
| Publication Dates: | 2017. |
| Literature type: | Book |
| Language: | English |
| Edition: | New & expanded edition. |
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| Summary: |
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 |
| Item Description: | Previous edition: 2004. |
| Carrier Form: | 384 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 372-375) and index. |
| ISBN: |
9781783619900 (hardback) : 1783619902 (hardback) |
| Index Number: | ML102 |
| CLC: | J832-61 |
| Call Number: | J832-61/D313/new & exp. ed. |