The Opera of the Twentieth Century
Subtitle: A Passionate Art in Transition
Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers; McFarland
Published: June 6, 2006
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 308
ISBN-13: 9780786424658
Subjects: Opera; 20th century; Performing Arts; History & Criticism - General; Music/Songbooks; Performing Arts/Dance; Genres & Styles - Opera; Theater - History & Criticism
Description: "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 diversity and ingenuity of 20th century styles"--Provided by publisher.