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I Puritani = (the Puritans): An Opera In Three Acts

I Puritani = (the Puritans): An Opera In Three Acts

Paperback

General World HistoryOperaPlays

ISBN10: 1247609154
ISBN13: 9781247609157
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Oct 5 2011
Pages: 294
Weight: 0.91
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

I Puritani, or 'The Puritans, ' is an opera in three acts by Vincenzo Bellini, with a libretto by Carlo Pepoli. First performed in 1835, the opera is set in England during the English Civil War. This edition presents the complete vocal score, making it ideal for singers, conductors, and opera enthusiasts. The story revolves around Elvira, who is betrothed to Arturo, a Royalist, but her father, a Puritan, wants her to marry Riccardo. The complex political backdrop and personal conflicts create a dramatic and musically rich experience. Bellini's masterful composition and Pepoli's compelling narrative combine to create a cornerstone of the bel canto repertoire. This historical artifact provides insight into 19th-century opera and its enduring appeal. This edition also includes the libretto.

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