The Lyrical Drama: Essays On Subjects, Composers And Executants Of Modern Opera V1

By Henry Sutherland Edwards

Book Overview

The Lyrical Drama: Essays On Subjects, Composers And Executants Of Modern Opera V1 is a book written by H. Sutherland Edwards. This book is a collection of essays that explore various aspects of modern opera, including its subjects, composers, and performers. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the lyrical drama, discussing its history, development, and current state. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of modern opera. The author discusses the works of various composers, including Verdi, Wagner, and Puccini, and provides insights into their creative processes. He also examines the roles of the performers, including singers, conductors, and directors, and how they contribute to the success of an opera. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both opera enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre. Overall, The Lyrical Drama is a comprehensive guide to modern opera that provides readers with a deeper understanding of this complex and fascinating art form.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162964650
• ISBN13: 9781162964652
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"