Opera in Context: Essays on Historical Staging from the Late Renaissance to the Time of Puccini
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| Rating | : | 4.29 (561 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1574670328 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 410 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-07-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
These essays by respected scholars examine representative operatic productions from diverse national schools and periods, together forming a comprehensive history of the staging techniques of opera over the centuries.
Radice" is a Professor of Music History and Literature at the Ithaca College School of Music. He is also the curator of the Karel Husa Archive and Gallery for Contemporary Music at Ithaca College. . He is currently editing a collection of essays devoted to the life and works of the contemporary composer Karel Husa. He has published numerous articles on a wide range of historical music subjects in jour
. He is currently editing a collection of essays devoted to the life and works of the contemporary composer Karel Husa. He is also the curator of the Karel Husa Archive and Gallery for Contemporary Music at Ithaca College. Radice" is a Professor of Music History and Literature at the Ithaca College School of Music. He has published numerous articles on a wide range of historical music subjects in journals that include "Music Review" and "Musical Quarterly." In addition, he has published two books, "Op
Midwest Book Review said Recommended reading for students of operatic history. Superbly edited by Mark Radice, Opera In Context is an impressive compendium of essays by a variety of experts that examines representative operatic productions from diverse national schools and periods. These informative and original essays document the history of operatic staging using the words of the composers and their contemporaries as revealed in their diaries, letters, and writings. Other issues and topics covered include historical performance practice, elements of operatic stage craft, scenery, costumes, and lighting. Opera In Context is enthusiastically recommended reading for students of operatic history, as well as producers, dir