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Description
Aida is, for most of us, the quintessence of Ancient Egypt, but it is certainly not just for archaeologists. Michael Rose points out that it is really about patriotism – an issue of burning importance to Verdi and his contemporaries. Music critic William Mann reflects that even a short look at the score reveals subtleties that repay careful listening. And Verdi's own letters show the germs of the opera grow from suggestion to creation.
Contents: Verdi's 'Egyptian business', Michael Rose; 'Aida' – Text and Music, William Mann; The Genesis of 'Aida', Roger Parker; Aida: Libretto by Antonio Ghislanzoni; Aida: English version by Edmund Tracey
Product details
Published | 07 Feb 2011 |
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Format | Paperback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 100 |
ISBN | 9780714544069 |
Imprint | Overture Publishing |
Dimensions | 215 x 140 mm |
Publisher | Alma Books |
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Brilliantly produced and superb value.
Sunday Times
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All these will provide the new opera-goer with food for thought.
Daily Telegraph
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Wholehearted recommendation of this valuable new series.
TLS