Richard Wagner and German Opera (Classical Composers)
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| Rating | : | 4.28 (598 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1931798249 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-10-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This combination made him the dominant figure in 19th century German opera.Examines the chaotic life of nineteenth-century composer Richard Wagner, discussing his influence on the art of opera, his affairs and fiscal irresponsibility, belief in German superiority, and his anti-Semitism.Contents: * Growing Up in the Theater * Conducting and Composing * Paris * Success and Revolution * From Exile to the Ring * Music and the Muse * Homeless in the Homeland * The King * A Theater of His Own * The Legacy. Still controversial more than a century after his death, Richard Wagner combined a proclivity for radical theories with an overwhelming genius for musical drama
128 page book Reviewing here as Abe Books does not provide a review mechanism.This is a 128 page book - large print - at first glance it appears to be designed for Jr. High and High School level readers. The book is very attractive and has many illustrations (many in color). Would recommend for teenagers who are curious about Wagner and/or