Opera

by Robert Cannon

Book Overview

What is opera and how does it work? How has this dramatic form developed and what is its relevance in the modern world? Perfect for music students and opera-goers, this introductory guide addresses these questions and many more, exploring opera as a complete theatrical experience. Organised chronologically and avoiding technical musical terminology, the book clearly demonstrates how opera reflected and reacted to changes in the world around it. A...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521746477
• ISBN13: 9780521746472
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 450 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.8" x 9.6"