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Janácek´s Operas: A Documentary Account
Dr John Tyrrell
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Description for Janácek´s Operas: A Documentary Account
Paperback. Num Pages: 440 pages. BIC Classification: AV. Dimension: 233 x 160. Weight in Grams: 638.
One of the most original and engaging composers of the twentieth century, Leos Janacek is now regarded as one of its major musical dramatists. His operas have become a regular part of the repertory, but a full understanding of their diverse subjects and backgrounds has been hampered by the lack of source materials in English. John Tyrrell has here selected and translated the chief literary documents relating to the genesis and early performances of each of the composer's nine operas and presented them in the form of a compelling documentary narrative. Janacek was a vigorous letter-writer and kept every letter ... Read more
One of the most original and engaging composers of the twentieth century, Leos Janacek is now regarded as one of its major musical dramatists. His operas have become a regular part of the repertory, but a full understanding of their diverse subjects and backgrounds has been hampered by the lack of source materials in English. John Tyrrell has here selected and translated the chief literary documents relating to the genesis and early performances of each of the composer's nine operas and presented them in the form of a compelling documentary narrative. Janacek was a vigorous letter-writer and kept every letter ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Language
English
Number of pages
440
Condition
New
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of Pages
440
Place of Publication
New Jersey, United States
ISBN
9780691601427
SKU
V9780691601427
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Reviews for Janácek´s Operas: A Documentary Account
"A splendid achievement, and one to send the reader back to the music with new enthusiasm."
The Times Literary Supplement
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