Puccini Without Excuses - A Refreshing Reassessment of the World's Most Popular Composer (Paperback)

Puccini is the most beloved composer of opera in the world: one quarter of all opera performances in the U.S. are of his operas, his music pervades movie soundtracks, and his plots have infiltrated our popular culture. But, although Puccini' s art still captivates audiences and the popularity of such works as "Tosca, La Boh?me," and "Madama Butterfly" has never waned, he has long been a victim of critical snobbery and cultural marginalization.
In this witty and informative guide for beginners and fans alike, William Berger sets the record straight, reclaiming Puccini as a serious artist. Combining his trademark irreverent humor with passionate enthusiasm, Berger strikes just the right balance of introductory information and thought-provoking analysis. He includes a biography, discussions of each opera, a glossary, fun facts and anecdotes, and above all keen insight into Puccini' s enduring power. For anyone who loves Puccini and for anyone who just wonders what all the fuss is about, "Puccini Without Excuses" is funny, challenging, and always a pleasure to read.
INCLUDES:
_ Why Puccini' s art and its message of hope is crucial to our world today
_ How Anglo audiences often miss the mythic significance of his operas
_ The use of his music as shorthand in films, from "A Room with a View "to "Fatal Attraction"
_ A scene-by scene analysis of each opera
_ A guide to the wealth of available recordings, books, and videos

General

Imprint:	Vintage Books
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2005
First published:	November 2005
Authors:	William Berger
Dimensions:	202 x 135 x 27mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	471
ISBN-13:	978-1-4000-7778-6
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Composers & musicians Books > Music > Composers & musicians Promotions
LSN:	1-4000-7778-8
Barcode:	9781400077786

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