Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the concept of the word melody as a separate and profound aspect of vocal music, both in theory and in practice as exemplified in the author's own groundbreaking opera "JenÅ fa". The author, himself a composer, articulates his theory of musical structure based on the expressive qualities of the spoken word, demonstrating how he has operationalized this theory in his opera. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the connection between music and drama, as well as for musicians interested in the technicalities and craft of opera composition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.