The Billboard Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera
The Billboard Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera

Author: Stanley Sadie

Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 0823077217

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A comprehensive overview of the history of opera, organized chronologically by era, traces the evolution of the musical art form from the perspective of its social and cultural contexts and offers a detailed study of opera houses, stage and scene aspects, voice, musical techniques, performances, and popular melody as they relate to opera.

Encyclopedia of American Opera
Encyclopedia of American Opera

Author: Ken Wlaschin

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13:

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"This encyclopedia lists, describes and cross-references everything to do with American opera. The approximately 1750 entries range from ballad operas and composers of the 18th century to modern minimalists and video opera artists. Each opera entry consists of plot, history, premiere and cast, followed by a chronological listing of recordings, movies and videos"--Provided by publisher.

Definitive Opera Encyclopedia
Definitive Opera Encyclopedia

Author: Stanley Sadie

Publisher:

Published: 2015-09-27

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 9781783616510

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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 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 the reader to follow a particular area of interest throughout the book, or to explore related information. The comprehensive text brings to life the splendour and emotional energy of the best operas, performers and companies.

Definitive Opera Encyclopedia
Definitive Opera Encyclopedia

Author: Stanley Sadie

Publisher: Flame Tree Music

Published: 2017-12-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781783619900

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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 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 the reader to follow a particular area of interest throughout the book, or to explore related information. The comprehensive text brings to life the splendour and emotional energy of the best operas, performers and companies.