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The Story of Opera
James Parakilas
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Description for The Story of Opera
Paperback. Four centuries of opera through the stories they tell. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGC9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 190 x 22. Weight in Grams: 806.
The Story of Opera explores the centuries-old tradition in which the emotional power of music is linked to the human issues that can be enacted as stories. The first part, “Going to the Opera,” introduces newcomers to every element of the operatic experience—venues, seating arrangements, dress and costumes, stage effects, orchestra, singers, and dancers—describing how each began and changed over the years, and how they have all combined to enthrall audiences for four centuries. The remaining parts explore operatic repertory from the 17th century to the present, providing insightful readings of plots, particular scenes, staging, and music.
The Story of Opera explores the centuries-old tradition in which the emotional power of music is linked to the human issues that can be enacted as stories. The first part, “Going to the Opera,” introduces newcomers to every element of the operatic experience—venues, seating arrangements, dress and costumes, stage effects, orchestra, singers, and dancers—describing how each began and changed over the years, and how they have all combined to enthrall audiences for four centuries. The remaining parts explore operatic repertory from the 17th century to the present, providing insightful readings of plots, particular scenes, staging, and music.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
WW Norton & Co United States
Number of pages
473
Condition
New
Number of Pages
528
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780393935554
SKU
V9780393935554
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About James Parakilas
James Parakilas is Professor of Performing Arts at Bates College, where he teaches courses on music history and culture, music theory, and musical performance. He is the author of numerous publications, including Ballads Without Words: Chopin and the Tradition of the Instrumental Ballade, and Piano Roles: 300 Years of Life with the Piano.
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