Opera Anecdotes by Ethan Mordden

Opera Anecdotes by Ethan Mordden

A collection of tales, both funny and informative, all connected with the subject of operas, opera-going and composers of opera.

`Students of historical perspective in vocal and instrumental stylistics will find much to enrich their musical awareness' Music Journal
`a highly recommended purchase' Music Journal
`admirably informative book' Music Journal
`there are some gems...The perfect thing if you are convalescing from an overdose of bel canto - or can belto.' Brian Fallon, Irish Times
`Here are the best anecdotes, told with wit, charm and occasionally pathos, which will entertain many readers other than opera lovers.' Day by Day
`This book is an absolute enjoyment for music lovers and a charming romp into operatic fact and fiction.' Basil Leverton, Cape Argus
`This is a delightful book for dipping into...an excellent book for post-prandial good humour.' Opera Now

Ethan Mordden has taught at Yale University and is the author of numerous books, including The American Theatre, A Guide to Orchestral Music, Broadway Babies, Opera in the Twentieth Century, and A Guide to Opera Recordings.

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ISBN 13	9780195056617
ISBN 10	0195056612
Title	Opera Anecdotes
Author	Ethan Mordden
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Year published	1989-03-23
Number of pages	288
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