Author: Katherine K. Preston

Publisher: University of Illinois Press

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 508

ISBN-13: 9780252070020

"Leads the reader on an operatic tour of pre-Civil War America in this cultural study of what was an almost ubiquitous art form. It covers orchestral and choral musicians as well as stars, impresarios, business methods, repertories, advertising techniques, itineraries, sizes of companies, and methods of travel." -- Publisher's description