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Opera: The Basics
Denise Gallo
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Description for Opera: The Basics
Paperback. Provides an introduction to the performers and music that make opera an enduring musical style. Organized into two parts, this book traces the origins of opera, and then introduces the student to its basic terminology; and follows the history of genres in opera. It is useful for students and listeners who want to learn about this musical style. Series: The Basics. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: AVGC9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 130 x 16. Weight in Grams: 270.
Opera: The Basics offers an excellent introduction to four centuries of opera. Its easy to follow sections explore topics including:
- the origins of opera
- basic terminology
- the history of major opera genres including: serious opera, comic opera, semi-serious opera and vernacular opera.
With key notes, discography and videography, this is the ideal book for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this important musical genre.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
Series
The Basics
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415970723
SKU
V9780415970723
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About Denise Gallo
Denise Gallo is a Music Specialist at The Library of Congress. Previously, she was an Assistant Professor and Co-Director of the Music History Division at The Catholic University of America, where she now remains an adjunct professor. She is a frequent lecturer for Washington Opera, the Baltimore Opera Company, Washington Concert Opera, and Summer Opera Theatre Company, and a contributing ... Read more
Reviews for Opera: The Basics
"Clear and well-organized."
Ellen Rosand, Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Department at Yale University
Ellen Rosand, Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Department at Yale University