Opera / Clive Griffin.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Griffin, Clive, 1951-

Series:

Collins discover

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Opera.

Physical Description:

191 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 21 cm.

Edition:

First U.S. edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Collins, 2007.

Summary:

Collins Discover: Opera is your one-stop guide to becoming a savvy and sophisticated opera-goer Whether you're a casual fan looking to brush up on your knowledge or a first-time listener seeking a basic introduction, Collins Discover: Opera provides you with all the information you need to appreciate this unique art form. An ideal companion for anyone eager to learn more about opera, this book covers the rich history of the genre, including composers, storylines, and modern developments. Inside you will find: Key composers, influences, and national styles Plot descriptions of the ten most famous operas Information on sets, costumes, and theatricality Top CD and DVD suggestions

Contents:

In the beginning

Early Italian opera

Opera in France and England

From classical restraint to grand opera

German opera in the 19th century

Italian opera in the 19th century

The development of national styles

The 20th century

Stagecraft.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 186-188) and index.

ISBN:

9780061241826

0061241822

OCLC:

155127188