The most comprehensive single-volume reference work on opera ever published. Over 100 distinguished contributors have written on more than 800 composers and examined over 1,500 operas in detail. Every composer's complete operatic works are included. Opera entries include cast listings and orchestral forces, commentary on background, plot synopsis and musical analysis. Recording and edition information has been meticulously researched, enabling enthusiasts to pursue scores and recommend recordings. Illus. 1,305p.

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Title

The Viking Opera Guide

Publisher

Viking

Publication Date

1994

Language

English

ISBN 10

0670812927

ISBN 13

9780670812929

Binding

Hardcover

Condition

Good

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MUSIC-OPERA

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A detailed guide to operas, arranged alphabetically by composer, discusses monodies, masques, and grand, tragic, and comic operas, modern music dramas, operettas, and musicals and features contributions from musicologists, critics, musicians, and other experts. 10,000 first printing. $15,000 ad/promo.

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