An Outward Show: Music for Shakespeare on the London Stage, 1660-1830

by Randy L. Neighbarger

Book Overview

From 1660 through approximately 1830, the alteration of Shakespearean texts to comply with contemporary dramaturgy was a normal occurrence, and the need to adapt Shakespeare to popular tastes generated music quite different in style, function, and influence from that envisioned by the Elizabethan playwright. Shakespeare's plots and poetry were updated, and the role of music elevated. The musical repertoire created for this transfigured Shakespeareana...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313278059
• ISBN13: 9780313278051
• Release Date: October 1992
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.5" x 9.5"