The opera of the twentieth century a passionate art in transition

The opera of the twentieth century a passionate art in transition

"Beginning with a thorough introduction to the history of operatic forms and transformation, this book presents a comprehensive discussion of 20th century opera, giving ear to many composers and many styles. The discussion is structured chronologically and directed at exploring this complex div...

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Main Author: Schoell, William
Format: Book
Published: Jefferson, McFarland c2006
Subjects:
Opera > 20th century
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505 1 # |a Giacomo Puccini, genius of melody -- Pietro Mascagni, prince of passion -- Sex and violence : Italy, 1900-1950 -- The passion of zarzuela : Spain, South American, Cuba, 1900-1950 -- Elegance and romance : France, 1900-1950 -- Wagner's heir : Richard Strauss -- The final chords of romanticism : Germany, Austria, 1900-1950 -- Sound, fury, significance : Russia, 1900-1950 -- Jan[a]cek and other Europeans, 1900-1950 -- (Mostly) gentlemen at work : United Kingdom, 1900-1950 -- The musical theater of opera : United States, 1900-1950 -- The bright lights of opera : United States, 1950-1959 -- A mixed bag : United States, 1960-1990 -- Kitchen sink international : Europe, 1951-1990 -- Old music, new bottles : United Kingdom, 1951-1990 -- The final decade, and the future : United States and the world, 1990-21st century. 
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