Norma: Libretto, French and English Text

by Vincenzo Bellini, Bellini, Felice Romani

Book Overview

Norma is a bel canto opera by Vincenzo Bellini that tells the tragic story of the Druid priestess Norma, who is caught in a love triangle with the Roman proconsul Pollione and her fellow priestess Adalgisa. Set during the Roman occupation of Gaul, the opera explores themes of love, betrayal, and duty, with the famous aria "Casta Diva" showcasing Bellini's lyrical genius. Norma remains a masterpiece of the bel canto tradition, revered for its vocal...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1434434753
• ISBN13: 9781434434753
• Release Date: January 2021
• Publisher: Wildside Press
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.7" x 9.6"