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The Wagner Operas,Used
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In This Classic Guide, The Foremost Wagner Expert Of Our Century Discusses Ten Of Wagner'S Most Beloved Operas, Illuminates Their Key Themes And The Myths And Literary Sources Behind The Librettos, And Demonstrates How The Composer'S Style Changed From Work To Work. Acclaimed As The Most Complete And Intellectually Satisfying Analysis Of The Wagner Operas, The Book Has Met With Unreserved Enthusiasm From Specialist And Casual Music Lover Alike. Here, Available For The First Time In A Single Paperback Volume, Is The Perfect Companion For Listening To, Or Attending, The Flying Dutchman, Tannhuser, Lohengrin, Tristan And Isolde, Die Meistersinger, The Four Operas Of The Ring Cycle, And Parsifal. Newman Enriches His Treatment Of The Stories, Texts, And Music Of The Operas With Biographical And Historical Materials From The Store Of Knowledge That He Acquired While Completing His Numerous Books On Wagner, Including The Magisterial Life Of Richard Wagner. The Text Of The Wagner Operas Is Filled With Hundreds Of Musical Examples From The Scores, And All The Important Leitmotifs And Their Interrelationships Are Made Clear In Newman'S Lucid Prose. 'This Is As Fine An Introduction As Any Ever Written About A Major Composer'S Masterpieces. Newman Outlines With Unfailing Clarity And Astuteness Each Opera'S Dramatic Sources, And He Takes The Student Through The Completed Opera, Step By Step, With All Manner Of Incidental Insight Along The Way.'Robert Bailey, New York University
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Wagner Operas' about? A: 'The Wagner Operas' is a comprehensive guide that analyzes ten of Wagner's most famous operas, exploring their themes, myths, and literary sources, while detailing how Wagner's compositional style evolved.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Wagner Operas'? A: The book is authored by Ernest Newman, a renowned Wagner expert known for his extensive writings on the composer.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Wagner Operas'? A: 'The Wagner Operas' contains a total of 746 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the operas discussed.
- Q: When was 'The Wagner Operas' published? A: 'The Wagner Operas' was published on September 23, 1991, and was released in paperback on October 13, 1991.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Wagner Operas' have? A: This edition of 'The Wagner Operas' features a paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: Is 'The Wagner Operas' suitable for beginners? A: 'The Wagner Operas' is praised for its clarity and insight, making it a suitable resource for both beginners and those with more advanced knowledge of Wagner's work.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Wagner Operas' is listed as a used book in good condition, ensuring that it is still readable and useful for study.
- Q: Does 'The Wagner Operas' include musical examples? A: Yes, the text is filled with hundreds of musical examples from the operas' scores, aiding in the understanding of the leitmotifs and their interrelationships.
- Q: What makes 'The Wagner Operas' a valuable resource? A: The book is acclaimed for its exhaustive analysis and integration of biographical and historical context, enriching the reader’s understanding of Wagner's operas.
- Q: What editions of the book are available? A: 'The Wagner Operas' is available in a reprint edition, which includes all the original content in a single paperback volume.