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Parsifal (Paperback)
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From its conception in 1857 to its first performances in 1882,
Parsifal represented the culmination of the themes that preoccupied
Wagner during the latter part of his life. This guide includes a
series of articles on Wagner's profound and complex opera, which
the composer preferred to call a Buhnen weihfestspiel - a 'Stage
Consecration Festival Play'. Dieter Borchmeyer discusses the
mythological foundations of Parsifal and its relation to Wagner's
earlier works. Barry Emslie's thought-provoking piece explores the
'virtues of sin' in Wagner's last opera. Robin Holloway provides a
study of Parsifal's musical motifs, followed by Carolyn Abbate's
article, which examines the relation between music and drama in the
opera. Gerd Rienacker contributes an essay on the dramaturgy, and
analyses some of the major scenes. Finally, Mike Ashman writes
about Parsifal on the stage. The present edition contains a literal
translation of the libretto opposite the original German text, a
number of photographs covering a wide chronology to the present
day, a comprehensive thematic guide, a bibliography and
discography, as well as DVD and website guides. It will prove an
essential companion for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of
Wagner's final masterpiece. English National Opera, based at the
London Coliseum, is a creative and vibrant home for compelling,
high quality theatrical productions created by imaginative stage
directors and designers from across the arts, performed by leading
British and international artists.
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