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The Beginning Of Grand Opera In Chicago, 1850-1859 (1913)

The Beginning Of Grand Opera In Chicago, 1850-1859 (1913)

Hackett, Karlton Spaulding

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral MusicOpera

ISBN10: 1166925374
ISBN13: 9781166925376
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Beginning Of Grand Opera In Chicago, 1850-1859 is a historical book written by Karlton Spaulding Hackett in 1913. The book is a detailed account of the early days of grand opera in Chicago during the period of 1850-1859. It covers the emergence of opera companies and performances in the city, the challenges faced by the performers and organizers, and the impact of grand opera on the cultural and social life of Chicago.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the opera scene in Chicago, including the establishment of the first opera house in the city, the construction of new venues, and the arrival of renowned performers from Europe. It also explores the role of the press in promoting and reviewing opera performances, and the influence of wealthy patrons on the growth of the art form.Hackett's research is based on extensive archival materials, including newspaper articles, concert programs, and personal letters, which provide a rich and vivid account of the early days of grand opera in Chicago. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of opera history, as well as those interested in the cultural and social history of Chicago in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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