The Chronicle of Opera: Year-by-year Four Centuries of Music, Performance and Recording

The Chronicle of Opera: Year-by-year Four Centuries of Music, Performance and Recording

by Michael Raeburn (Author)

Synopsis

The Chronicle of Opera celebrates the great eras of music and performance, mixing fact and anecdote, personalities and stylistic development with hundreds of fascinating illustrations, while key historical dates set the operas in context. With a comprehensive reference section including biographies, a timeline, list of opera house openings and premieres, a discography and recommendations for further reading, this is the essential reference book for all lovers of the operatic arts.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 260
Edition: 2
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Published: 21 May 2007

ISBN 10: 0500286671
ISBN 13: 9780500286678

Media Reviews
Sumptuous artwork....The level of scholarship is first-rate, as well as tart and to the point.
Every opera fan needs this book....The sidebars...and succulent visuals make this book one to keep.
Practical for reference and delightful for browsing....Excellent introduction for the opera novice as well as the more experienced listener.
The special treat here is a virtual year-by-year account of international developments....Verdi good price too.
Author Bio
Michael Raeburn is the Editor of Heritage of Music.