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The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflote) In Full Score (Dover Opera Scores)
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It Is The Evident Quiet Approbation Which Best Pleases Me! It Is Apparent That This Opera Is Rising Rapidly And Steadily In Estimation. Mozart, Letter To His Wife, October 78, 1791.Unfortunately, His Tragic Death A Scant Two Months Later Prevented Mozart From Ever Realizing The Full Accuracy Of This Observation, Made A Few Performances After The Cool Reception Given The Magic Flute At Its Viennese Premiere.In May 1791, Mozart'S Friend Emanuel Schikaneder Commissioned The Magic Flute. In Keeping With The Popular Level Of This Theater, Schikaneder Himself Supplied Mozart With The Libretto About The Rescue Of A Good Fairy'S Daughter From A Wicked Magician By A Hero Armed With A Magic Flute. After A Good Deal Of The Music Was Written, The Composer And Librettist Both Freemasons Grafted Masonic Ideals Onto The Plot, Transforming A Simple Fairy Tale Into A Moralistic Allegory And A Singspiel Into One Of The World'S Greatest Operas.This Handsome, Moderately Priced Volume, Reprinted Directly Form An Authoritative Edition, Will Enable Musicians, Music Students, And Opera Lovers To Gain A Fuller Appreciation Of Mozart'S Mastery Of Operatic Language, Orchestral Color, And Dramatic Expression. A Helpful Feature Of This Edition Is The Inclusion Of All Spoken Dialog, Usually Abbreviated In Other Editions.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures nine point zero two inches in length, zero point five one inches in width, and eleven point nine eight inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this score have? A: This score contains two hundred and forty pages, providing a comprehensive view of the opera.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is paperback bound, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of this opera score? A: The author of this score is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a renowned composer known for his operatic masterpieces.
- Q: What is the main theme of The Magic Flute? A: The main theme revolves around the rescue of a good fairy's daughter from a wicked magician, incorporating Masonic ideals.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, this book can be appreciated by musicians, music students, and opera lovers of all ages.
- Q: How can I use this book for study? A: You can use this book to gain a fuller appreciation of Mozart's operatic language, orchestral color, and dramatic expression.
- Q: Is there spoken dialog included in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes all spoken dialog, which is often abbreviated in other versions.
- Q: Can beginners understand this opera score? A: Yes, beginners can understand this score as it provides valuable context and insights into the music.
- Q: How should I store this opera score? A: Store this score in a cool, dry place to protect it from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact customer support for return or exchange options.
- Q: Does this score have any special features? A: Yes, it features a helpful inclusion of all spoken dialog, enhancing the reader's experience.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Typically, books do not come with a warranty, but check the retailer's return policy for any guarantees.
- Q: What makes The Magic Flute a classic? A: The Magic Flute is a classic due to its blend of fairy tale elements with moralistic allegory and captivating music.
- Q: How can I learn more about the characters in this opera? A: You can learn more about the characters by reading the libretto included in this score, which provides detailed insights.
- Q: Does this edition include any illustrations? A: No, this edition does not include illustrations, focusing solely on the musical score and text.