A night at the opera
an irreverent guide to the plots, the singers, the composers, the recordings
1st U.S. ed.
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Author
Publication
1995 - Random House, New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
239,750 words, Guess
Page Count
959 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL781485M
- ISBN-100679445536
- OCLC Control Number32237483
- OCLC Control Numbernightatoperairre0000form_c4h6
- Library of Congress Control Number95013398
and 2 more
- LibraryThing143315
- Goodreads4450571
Classifications
- DDC782.1
- LCCML65 .F7 1995
Description
Beyond the operas themselves, Sir Denis offers brief biographies of the great composers, conductors, and artists. There is a glossary of musical terms, as well as a list of all the elements that make an opera such a special musical and theatrical experience, from the proper place and style of the audience's applause (and boos) to the use of surtitles. All of the information and opinions are presented in a lively and amusing way. A Night at the Opera will entertain and inform, delight and (perhaps) infuriate, providing a subject for lively debate and ready reference for years to come.
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