Oxfordský slovník opery přináší ověřené i nejnovější údaje a informace z oblasti vážné hudby v podobě 3 500 abecedně seřazených hesel pro poučení i potěšení každého milovníka i pouhého zájemce o tento hudební žánr, ať již ho navštěvuje v divadle či na koncertech, nebo mu naslouchá doma u televizní obrazovky, která věrně zprostředkovává hluboké umělecké zážitky.
Focusing on the evolution of German opera, this comprehensive history explores its development from early Singspiel to the masterpieces of Mozart and Beethoven, alongside efforts to establish German Grand Opera. It examines various operas within their historical, social, and theatrical contexts, highlighting the literary, artistic, and philosophical influences that shaped them and their significance in Germany's intellectual landscape. This unique account is the only one of its kind in any language, offering deep insights into the genre's rich heritage.
Presents an informative and stimulating study of an opera that occupies a particular place in music lovers' affections.
The book focuses on the republishing of classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly. It aims to make these historical texts accessible in affordable, high-quality editions that preserve the original text and artwork, allowing readers to enjoy timeless literature in a modern format.
Contains entries on individual operas, composers, librettists, singers, conductors, technical terms and other subjects connected with opera.
German opera from its primitive origins up to Wagner is the subject of this wide-ranging history. It traces the growth of the humble Singspiel into a vehicle for the genius of Mozart and Beethoven, together with the persistent attempts at German Grand Opera. Seventeenth-century Hamburg opera, the role of the travelling companies and Viennese Singspiel are all explored. Discussions that from early days absorbed Germans concerned for the development of a national art are followed, together with the influence of new critical thought at the start of the nineteenth century. The many operas studied are placed in their historical, social and theatrical context, and attention is paid to the literary, artistic and philosophical ideas that made them part of the country's intellectual history. Warrack assesses the contributions of Schubert, Mendelssohn and Schumann, as well as Weber and Hoffmann, among others.
Through stunning photographs and detailed descriptions, this book takes readers on a tour of Great Britain's finest cathedrals and churches. From the majesty of Westminster Abbey to the grandeur of St. Paul's Cathedral, readers will be captivated by the beauty and history of these magnificent landmarks.
