A History Of Opera

By Arthur Elson

Book Overview

A History of Opera by Arthur Elson is a comprehensive guide to the origins and development of opera as an art form. The book covers the history of opera from its beginnings in Italy during the Renaissance to the modern era, highlighting the key composers, performers, and works that have shaped the genre. Elson explores the various styles and forms of opera, including Italian, French, German, and English, and discusses the cultural and social contexts in which they arose. The book also delves into the technical aspects of opera, such as vocal techniques, orchestration, and staging, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the art form. With its engaging writing style and detailed analysis, A History of Opera is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of this fascinating art form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162744537
• ISBN13: 9781162744537
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"