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University Musical Encyclopedia: The Opera History And Guide (1912)

University Musical Encyclopedia: The Opera History And Guide (1912)

Nordica, Lillian
Lee, E. Markham
Kobbe, Gustav

Hardcover

General MusicMusic Instruction: GeneralMusic Reference

ISBN10: 1436567106
ISBN13: 9781436567107
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.70
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The University Musical Encyclopedia: The Opera History And Guide, written by Lillian Nordica, is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of opera. Originally published in 1912, this book provides readers with an in-depth look at the origins of opera, its evolution over the centuries, and the various styles and genres that have emerged over time.Nordica's book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of opera. The first section provides an overview of the history of opera, from its roots in ancient Greece and Rome to its development in Italy during the Renaissance. The second section explores the various styles and genres of opera, including comic opera, grand opera, and operetta.In the third section, Nordica delves into the lives and works of some of the most famous composers in opera history, including Mozart, Verdi, Wagner, and Puccini. She also provides detailed analyses of some of their most famous works, such as The Marriage of Figaro, Aida, Tristan and Isolde, and La Boh�����me.Throughout the book, Nordica provides readers with a wealth of information about the technical aspects of opera, including vocal techniques, stagecraft, and musical notation. She also includes numerous illustrations and musical examples to help readers better understand the concepts she discusses.Overall, The University Musical Encyclopedia: The Opera History And Guide is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and development of opera. With its detailed analysis and comprehensive coverage, this book remains a valuable reference for opera lovers and scholars alike.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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