The Verdi Baritone: Studies in the Development of Dramatic Character - Softcover

Edwards, Geoffrey; Edwards, Ryan

 
9780253220394: The Verdi Baritone: Studies in the Development of Dramatic Character
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ISBN 10: 0253220394 ISBN 13: 9780253220394
Publisher: Indiana University Press, 2008

Synopsis

One of the most significant developments in 19th-century Italian opera was the genesis of the Verdi baritone. The authors argue that the composer's baritone characters embody "a quintessential humanity, expressing needs and temptations, confusions and understandings, griefs and joys that transcend the particulars of time and place." The Verdi Baritone explores seven of the most fascinating roles in the repertory, revealing how they were conceived and executed. This eloquent book opens with a discussion of Verdi's early triumph, Nabucco; proceeds with Ernani,Macbeth,Rigoletto,La Traviata, and Simon Boccanegra; and concludes with his final great tragedy, Otello. Voice students, professional performers, their teachers and coaches, and opera lovers, will gain insight into Verdi's masterful use of text, music, and staging to portray each character's inner self.

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About the Author

Geoffrey Edwards is an award-winning author and stage director who received his Ph.D. in theater and drama from Northwestern University.

Ryan Edwards gained international acclaim as a singing actor during his career as a leading baritone with the Metropolitan Opera.

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Publisher
Indiana University Press
Publication date
2008
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0253220394
ISBN 13 
9780253220394
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
208

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