The opera of the twentieth century : a passionate art in transition / William Schoell.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Schoell, William

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Opera--20th century.

Opera.

Physical Description:

vii, 300 pages ; 23 cm

Other Title:

Opera of the 20th century

Place of Publication:

Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, [2006]

Summary:

"Beginning with a thorough introduction to the history of operatic forms and transformation, this book presents a comprehensive discussion of 20th century opera, giving ear to many composers and many styles. The discussion is structured chronologically and directed at exploring this complex diversity and ingenuity of 20th century styles"--Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Giacomo Puccini, genius of melody

Pietro Mascagni, prince of passion

Sex and violence : Italy, 1900-1950

The passion of zarzuela : Spain, South American, Cuba, 1900-1950

Elegance and romance : France, 1900-1950

Wagner's heir : Richard Strauss

The final chords of romanticism : Germany, Austria, 1900-1950

Sound, fury, significance : Russia, 1900-1950

Jan[a]cek and other Europeans, 1900-1950

(Mostly) gentlemen at work : United Kingdom, 1900-1950

The musical theater of opera : United States, 1900-1950

The bright lights of opera : United States, 1950-1959

A mixed bag : United States, 1960-1990

Kitchen sink international : Europe, 1951-1990

Old music, new bottles : United Kingdom, 1951-1990

The final decade, and the future : United States and the world, 1990-21st century.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 291-293), discography (pages 275-289), and index.

ISBN:

0786424656

OCLC:

67773960