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Title

The opera of the twentieth century : a passionate art in transition / William Schoell.

Author

Schoell, William.

Publication

Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, 2006.

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Description

vii, 300 pages; 23 cm

Summary

"This book presents a comprehensive discussion of twentieth century opera. Giving ear to many composers and many styles, the discussion includes Strauss, Puccini, Prokofiev and Mascagni, as well as less famous composers. The text is structured chronologically and directed at exploring the diversity and ingenuity of twentieth-century styles. Examples and firsthand commentary from opera professionals complement the discussion. Concluding chapters comment on opera in the twenty-first century."--BOOK JACKET.

Alternative Title

Opera of the 20th century

Subject

• Opera > 20th century

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references, discography and index.

Contents

1. Giacomo Puccini, genius of melody -- 2. Pietro Mascagni, prince of passion -- 3. Sex and violence : Italy, 1900-1950 -- 4. The passion of Zerzuela : Spain, South America, Cuba, 1900-1950 -- 5. Elegance and romance : France, 1900-1950 -- 6. Wagner's heir : Richard Strauss -- 7. The final chords of romanticism : Germany, Austria, 1900-1950 -- 8. Sound, fury, significance : Russia, 1900-1950 -- 9. Janacek and other Europeans, 1900-1950 -- 10. (Mostly) gentlemen at work : United Kingdom, 1900-1950 -- 11. The musical theater of opera : United States, 1900-1950 -- 12. The bright lights of opera : United States, 1950-1959 -- 13. A mixed bag : United States, 1960-1990 -- 14. Kitchen sink international : Europe, 1951-1990 -- 15. Old music, new bottles : United Kingdom, 1951-1990 -- 16. The final decade - and the future : United States and the world, 1990 into the 21st century.

ISBN

0786424656 (softcover : alk. paper)

LCCN

2006013449

OCLC

• 67773960
• ocm67773960
• SCSB-9090383

Owning Institutions

Columbia University Libraries