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Opera Anecdotes (Oxford Paperbacks)

Opera Anecdotes (Oxford Paperbacks)

by EthanMordden (Author)

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    Paperback 1988

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Synopsis

Would you take Verdi's advice on how to write an opera? What happened to Caruso in the San Francisco earthquake? There are tales both funny and informative in this delightful collection - a 'must' for all opera fans.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 282
 Edition: Reprint
 Publisher: Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
Published: 08 Dec 1988
ISBN 10: 0195056612
ISBN 13: 9780195056617

Media Reviews
`Students of historical perspective in vocal and instrumental stylistics will find much to enrich their musical awareness.' Music Journal
`a highly recommended purchase' Music Journal
`admirably informative book' Music Journal
`there are some gems...The perfect thing if you are convalescing from an overdose of bel canto - or can belto.' Brian Fallon, Irish Times
`Here are the best anecdotes, told with wit, charm and occasionally pathos, which will entertain many readers other than opera lovers.' Day by Day
`This book is an absolute enjoyment for music lovers and a charming romp into operatic fact and fiction.' Basil Leverton, Cape Argus
`This is a delightful book for dipping into...an excellent book for post-prandial good humour.' Opera Now
Author Bio

Ethan Mordden has taught at Yale University and is the author of numerous books, including The American Theatre, A Guide to Orchestral Music, Broadway Babies, Opera in the Twentieth Century, and A Guide to Opera Recordings.