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Elektra In Full Score (Dover Opera Scores)-used
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Composed In 19061908 To A Libretto By Hugo Von Hofmannsthal, Elektra Scandalized Audiences Of The Day With Its Horrific Retelling Of The Greek Story And Its Startling Level Of Dissonance. Today, With The Shock Of The New Worn Off And The Oncefearful Dissonance Now Widely Accepted, The Score Can Be More Easily Appreciated For Its Extravagant Invention Of Musical Ideas And Virtuosic Use Of Instrumental Sonorities To Characterize Both Persons And Actions. Further, In His Use Of A Single Germinal Chord Which Pervades The Entire Score, Strauss Anticipated A Technique Used By Later 20Thcentury Composers.Now A Landmark Of Modern Opera, Elektra Is Among The Bestknown Of Strauss'S Works. In This Remarkably Inexpensive Dover Volume, It Is Reprinted, Complete And Unabridged, Directly From The Authoritative Frstner Edition.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Elektra? A: Elektra revolves around themes of revenge, madness, and the consequences of familial loyalty, as it depicts the intense emotional struggle of its titular character in her quest for vengeance against her mother, Klytemnestra.
- Q: Who is the composer of Elektra? A: Elektra was composed by Richard Strauss, a key figure in the development of modern opera, with the score completed between 1906 and 1908.
- Q: What is the significance of the score in modern opera? A: The score of Elektra is significant for its innovative use of dissonance and musical ideas, which has influenced many 20th-century composers and is considered a landmark in the history of opera.
- Q: Is the Elektra score suitable for beginners? A: While Elektra is a complex and challenging work, it can be appreciated by beginners who have an interest in modern opera. The Dover edition is accessible and complete, making it a valuable resource.
- Q: What is included in the Dover edition of Elektra? A: The Dover edition of Elektra is a complete and unabridged reprint of the authoritative Fürstner edition, providing readers with the full score and all musical details.
- Q: How many pages are in the Elektra score? A: The Elektra score contains 384 pages, providing an extensive and detailed presentation of the opera.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of Elektra is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Can I use this score for performance purposes? A: Yes, the complete score can be used for performance purposes, as it is an unabridged version that includes all necessary musical parts.
- Q: When was the Dover edition of Elektra published? A: The Dover edition of Elektra was published on January 1, 1991.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating it has been previously owned but is still in satisfactory shape for reading and use.