ISBN: 9781330869604 - the opera (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the captivating history of opera as an art form, with meticulous research that traces its origins in Florence during the 16th century to its development into the grand art form we know today. The author explores the social and cultural influences that shaped opera's many iterations, from its inception as a hybrid of lyric drama and music drama, to its eventual establishment as a popular and beloved form of entertainment. This narrative of operatic evolution reveals the struggles of composers and musicians to reconcile dramatic and musical elements, culminating in the profound insights and revolutionary reforms initiated by Gluck and Mozart. The book not only provides a comprehensive historical overview but also examines the impact of Russian, French, German, and Italian composers on the art form, giving readers a rich understanding of opera's diverse expressions and contributions to the musical landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…