Christopher Columbus: A Romantic Opera In Two Acts And An Interlude (1892)

By William Hinz and Hugo Waldeck

Book Overview

""Christopher Columbus: A Romantic Opera In Two Acts And An Interlude"" is a musical composition by William Hinz, first published in 1892. The opera tells the story of Christopher Columbus, the famous explorer who discovered America in 1492. The work is divided into two acts and an interlude, with a libretto in English that follows Columbus' journey from his initial idea to sail westward, to his eventual landing in the New World. The music is characterized by a romantic style, with lush orchestrations and soaring melodies. The opera features a range of vocal soloists, including Columbus himself, his crew, and the native people he encounters on his journey. The work also includes choruses and ensemble pieces that showcase the grandeur and drama of Columbus' voyage. Overall, ""Christopher Columbus: A Romantic Opera In Two Acts And An Interlude"" is a stirring and epic work that celebrates the spirit of exploration and discovery.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: 1163878723
• ISBN13: 9781163878729
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"