
A History of Opera by Stanley Sadie
A survey of opera covering baroque, pre-classical, classical, 19th century and 20th century. It includes an introductory essay on the nature and social place of opera and is organized by century examining national developments within the chronological framework. Discussion of stage design and production is included, offering the student, researcher or enthusiast an opportunity to see the development of design, stage movement and gesture in the context of the development of opera itself. The book contains many illustrations, engravings, prints and photographs. Stanley Sadie is Editor of The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780333417300 |
| ISBN 10 | 0333417305 |
| Title | A History of Opera |
| Author | Stanley Sadie |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 1989-12-30 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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