Experience the passion and drama of the world's greatest operas
with this sumptuously illustrated visual guide. Immerse yourself in
more than 400 years of the world's most celebrated operas and
discover the fascinating stories behind them. Explore the lives of
singers such as Maria Callas, Luciano Pavarotti, and Jonas
Kaufmann. Meet composers like Mozart, Wagner, and Britten, and the
librettists with whom they collaborated to create the magical blend
of words and music that make up opera. From its origins in the
17th-century courts of Italy to live screenings in public spaces
today, Opera: The Definitive Illustrated Story follows the history
of opera from Monteverdi's L'Orfeo in 1607, to Cosi fan Tutte, La
Boheme, and modern operas such as Brokeback Mountain. It explains
musical terminology, traces historical developments, and sets
everything in cultural context. This awe-inspiring opera book
further features: -Includes all of the most important operas from
the Renaissance to the 21st century -Profiles the key composers,
librettists, performers, and companies, with details of their
lives, works, and influence -Arranged in chronological order to
show the evolution of the genre -Clear, informative explanation of
musical terminology and different types of opera Filled with
photographs of all the key figures and performances, this book
revels in the sets and costumes that make up the grand spectacle of
opera. It also explores the great opera houses of the world, such
as La Scala, Milan, the Met in New York, and the Sydney Opera
House. Opera: The Definitive Illustrated Story is the essential
book for anyone who wants to understand and enjoy the constantly
evolving world of this beloved art form. Did you know that there
are more than 25,000 opera performances per year worldwide? Opera:
The Definitive Illustrated Story can be regarded as the most
lavishly illustrated history of opera currently available, covering
all of the most important operas from the Renaissance to the 21st
century, and is completely global in scope. A must-have volume for
opera buffs, whether as a gift or self-purchase, if you're a music
lover looking for an accessible introduction to opera, then this is
the book for you!
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