Opera Books
Yale University Press Litaliano con lopera
Book SynopsisThis publication seeks to help students learn Italian through opera. Designed to supplement intermediate level programmes, it can be used in courses emphasizing language, conversation, and/or culture. Six operas are examined, including "La Boheme", "Otello", "Tosca" and "La traviata".
£51.58
Yale University Press Cosima Wagner
Book SynopsisProvides a revealing picture of the extraordinary Cosima Wagner - illegitimate daughter of Franz Liszt, wife of the conductor Hans von Bulow, then mistress and subsequently wife of Richard Wagner. This biography explores the achievements of this remarkable and obsessive woman while illuminating a chapter of European cultural history.Trade Review"'Oliver Hilmes has written by far the best biography of her... His book is a model of scholarship and also compellingly readable... A major achievement.' (Michael Tanner, BBC Music Magazine) 'This biography of Wagner's wife offers a wonderfully clear-eyed look at the couple's relationship and her fanatical tending of his flame.' (The Sunday Times) 'Oliver Hilmes has produced a surprisingly amusing book.' (Philip Hensher, Daily Telegraph) 'He has written a detailed, fair-minded and fascinating account, not just of a pivotal figure in European musical history, but of an epoch and an ethos: nineteenth-century German cultural and spiritual nationalism.' (Robert Carver, The Tablet) 'This well-written book (translated brilliantly - as ever - by Stewart Spencer) offers a clear and scrupulous insight into how she created and stoked the peculiar mania that infected the Wagner cult.' (Della Couling, Classical Music)"
£40.46
Yale University Press Wagner in Performance
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Yale University Press Monteverdis Musical Theatre
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Hachette Books Maria Callas Remembered
Book SynopsisYears after her death Maria Callas remains one of the most renowned and compelling of all divas. Although much has been written about Callas the prima donna, the consummate stage magician, and the tragic lover of Aristotle Onassis, this is the first account of Maria the woman by someone who was close to her. Stancioff, a longtime friend, shares memories of the Maria who gave impromptu concerts of Beatles hits and Mexican ballads of the Maria who starved herself to conform to the image of a celebrity but would go into rhapsodies about a plate of pasta. And to her own warm reminiscences, Stancioff adds the insights of Maria''s friends, colleagues, and family. The figure that emerges is intriguing, infuriating, mystifying,and endlessly fascinating.
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Bloomsbury USA 3pl Sing Sorrow
Book SynopsisOpera has often used classical literature as a means of expressing the most vital concerns of the period in which the operas were written. Sing Sorrow explores the classical roots of many noted operas, illustrating the ways in which the operas reflected the political concerns of their time through these ancient narratives.Table of ContentsPrelude The Birth of Opera and Transmission of Classics Monteverdi's Il ritorno d'Ulisse in patria: Heroism at Home Henry Purcell's Dido and Aeneas: Witches and Weddings Mozart's Idomeneo, re di Creta: The King of the Day Berlioz's Les Troyens: Making the Romans Romantic Strauss's Elektra: A Father's Daughter Stravinsky's Oedipus Rex: The King in a Trap The Gospel at Colonus: Black Pearls and Greek Diamonds Theodorakis and Euripides' Medea: The Wife and Mother from Hell Coda Selected Bibliography on Music Index
£70.00
WW Norton & Co Essence Of Opera
Book SynopsisThe process of operatic creation revealed in original writings by librettists and composers from 1600 to the present.
£20.42
Faber & Faber Opera for Everybody
Book SynopsisSusie Gilbert traces the development of ENO from its earliest origins in the darkest Victorian slums of the Cut, where it was conceived as a vehicle of social reform, through two world wars, and via Sadler's Wells to its great glory days at the Coliseum and beyond.
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iUniverse The Last Pirate Tales from Gilbert Sullivan Operas Tales from the Gilbert and Sullivan Operas
£19.56
iUniverse Auditioning in the 21st Century An essential handbook for those auditioning and working in the Germanspeaking theater fest system
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£18.57
Hyperion Opera 101 A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving
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£16.25
Rlpg/Galleys Prhody lisky Bystrousky The Cunning Little Vixen
Book SynopsisThis entire volume is organized in a clear, readable format, resulting in a book that will help to make productions of The Cunning Little Vixen in the original Czech much easier a task than ever before.Trade ReviewTimothy Cheek's writing was invaluable for our preparations of The Cunning Little Vixen at Opéra National du Rhin, Strasbourg. I look forward to future volumes! -- Robert Carsen, internationally acclaimed opera stage directorContrary to its title, this volume does not merely provide translations and pronunciation for this opera. Fastidiously detailed discussions of the musical and extramusical aspects of the work render this an invaluable performance guide. * Journal of Singing *An excellent beginning to a much needed series, it is extremely thorough and beautifully done. Anybody who reads this book will know virtually everything about how to perform Prihody lisky Bystrousky! -- Sir Charles Mackerras, internationally renowned conductorTimothy Cheek's book comes as a work of great diligence, every word of the original Czech libretto analysed and transliterated for the non-Czech speaker. From personal experience I know the great worth and value of "Prihody lisky Bystrousky," and this book will be an invaluable aid to anyone approaching the 'opera as intended', making it ever more accessible. -- Sir Thomas Allen, Internationally acclaimed baritone, celebrated interpreter of the role of the Forester in both English and Czech productionsTimothy Cheek's wonderful Singing in Czech was of great help in preparing Leos Janácek's delightful Príhody lisky Bystrousky (The Cunning Little Vixen) at Lyric Opera of Chicago. Too often a masterpiece such as this will lay unperformed—and therefore unappreciated by audiences—solely because of the challenges presented to English-speaking artists by a Czech score. I'm hopeful Tim's diligent work—presentation of the text, followed by IPA pronunciation guide and dual translations (literal and idiomatic)—can make these works more accessible to performers and audiences alike. -- Sir Andrew Davis, Internationally Renowned Conductor and Music Director, Lyric Opera of ChicagoHere is a most welcome libretto that reveals many treasures for the professional and amateur alike. I love the dual translations, both word for word and idiomatic, right next to the IPA pronunciation guide to these Czech lyrics. This first in a series of Janácek Opera Libretti offers many invaluable nuggets of background information; musical, linguistic, stylistic, and cultural. Keep this volume by your opera score for immediate reference. I look forward to the KATYA and JENUFA Libretti, with eager anticipation. Bravo, Tim Cheek! -- Catherine Malfitano, Soprano, international interpreter of Janácek rolesTable of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Acknowledgments Chapter 3 Introduction Chapter 4 1 Act I, sc. i 29; sc. ii 37 Chapter 5 2 Act II, sc. i 65; sc. ii 74; sc. iii 89; sc. iv 102 Chapter 6 3 Act III, sc. i 137; sc. ii 164; sc. iii 172 Chapter 7 Appendix A: Pronunciation Checklist Chapter 8 Appendix B: Recordings Chapter 9 Notes Chapter 10 References Chapter 11 Index Chapter 12 About the Author
£78.00
Scarecrow Press Rusalka A Performance Guide with Translations and
Book SynopsisThis book serves as an aid to anyone seeking to perform and gain a deeper understanding of this multi-layered opera, which so trenchantly asks what it means to be human, to love, and to be loved in return.Trade ReviewFor those unfamiliar with Dvorák's opera, this performance guide is an excellent introduction to the work; those already having been seduced by the song of the water nymph will welcome Cheek's research and insight into the opera. This volume is highly recommended. * Journal of Singing *Timothy Cheek’s Rusalka is an extraordinary book, highlighted by its extremely ordered details, allowing for instant readability and quick use for studying the Czech language as well as the dramatic and musical interpretation of this incredible work. Who will not be inspired to delve into this fairy tale opera after they have finally been furnished with the tools necessary to do so? -- Mark S. DossTimothy Cheek's guide to Rusalka is the gold standard for those studying, performing or just plain interested in this wonderful opera. It is a thoroughly knowledgeable, yet accessible, reference work with the latest phonetic transcription and pronunciation guide, and both literal (word-for-word) and idiomatic translations of the text. His detailed explanation of scenic and interpretative notations, performance practices, idioms and a "quick review sheet of Americanisms" to avoid make this the Bible for preparation of the score. Where was this book when I was preparing to sing this at the Met?! -- Stephen West, University of Michigan, Metropolitan OperaDr. Cheek’s profoundly detailed musical scholarship is a true gold mine for anyone wanting to experience Dvorak’s masterpiece, Rusalka. His beautiful introductions to every element of the opera offer rich and balanced perspectives on this important work that will fully inform a wide range of readers. This is the book for you, whether you are a casual opera lover interested in savoring the tantalizing details of this beautiful story or seeking detailed information about available recordings complete with cast listings and nuances of performance, or if you are an enterprising vocalist challenged with mastering the intricacies of singing the rich Czech language. Cheek’s enlightened commentary illuminates every important production aspect of this glorious opera that is also of special interest to conductors, stage directors, and producers engaged in the detailed task of bringing it to life on the stage. One could have no better guide to the appreciation and enjoyment of Rusalka than Timothy Cheek’s musicological “bible” to this operatic treasure. -- Robert Lyall, General and Artistic Director of New Orleans Opera and Artistic Director of Opera Grand Rapids
£103.55
Boydell & Brewer Ltd The Travel Diaries of Peter Pears 19361978
Book SynopsisTravel diaries reveal musical inspiration, personal encounters, notes on performances.This volume brings together all the travel diaries of Sir Peter Pears (1910-1986), principal interpreter of Britten's works. Pears accompanied Britten on many of his trips and the record of their tour of the Far East in 1955 is ofspecial interest. Here the sound of the gamelan orchestras enchanted Britten and deeply influenced his musical development.Trade ReviewA valuable source of material on the musical development of both Pears and Benjamin Britten...a 'must' for those interested in either. * OPERA JOURNAL [US] *Table of ContentsAmerican tour with the New English Singers (1936); world trip (1955-56); Ansbach Bach Festival (1959); India (1965); Armenian holiday - a diary (August 1965); Moscow Christmas - a diary (December 1966); Nevis fortnight (1967); Moscow diary (1971); Saint Enoch (1972); San Fortunato (1972); the New York "Death in Venice" (1974); the New York "Billy Budd" (1978); appendix - German text of chapter 3.
£33.77
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers The FischerDieskau Book of Lieder Original Texts of 750 Songs in German Limelight
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£999.99
Limelight Editions Great Singers on Great Singing A Famous Opera
Book SynopsisGREAT SINGERS PB
£999.99
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Twentieth Century Opera A Guide Limelight
Book SynopsisTWENTIETH CENTURY OPERA
£23.02
University Press of the Pacific Kim Jong Il On The Art of Opera Talk to Creative Workers in the Field of Art and Literature September 46 1974
£20.00
£13.56
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