Il Crociato In Egitto: Melodramma Eroico In 2 Atti: [textbuch]

By Giacomo Meyerbeer and Gaetano Rossi

Book Overview

Il Crociato in Egitto is a melodramma eroico in two acts by Giacomo Meyerbeer with an Italian libretto by Gaetano Rossi. This book contains the libretto for the opera, which premiered in Venice in 1824 and marked a significant moment in Meyerbeer's career, solidifying his international reputation.

Set against the backdrop of the Crusades, the opera combines historical elements with dramatic personal conflicts, showcasing Meyerbeer's developing style, which blends Italianate vocal writing with innovative orchestration. Rossi's libretto provides a rich narrative filled with intrigue, romance, and heroic deeds.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1248442792
• ISBN13: 9781248442791
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"