Mozart's Operas: A Critical Study (1913)

By Edward J. Dent and Edward Joseph Dent

Book Overview

Mozart�������s Operas: A Critical Study is a book written by Edward Joseph Dent and originally published in 1913. The book provides a detailed analysis of the operas composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the greatest composers in the history of classical music. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the historical and cultural context in which Mozart composed his operas, as well as the musical conventions of the time. The second part provides a critical analysis of each of Mozart�������s operas, including Don Giovanni, The Marriage of Figaro, and The Magic Flute, among others. Dent�������s analysis is based on a close examination of the musical scores, as well as the librettos and historical sources related to each opera. He explores the themes, characters, and musical structures of each work, as well as their historical significance and influence on the development of opera as an art form. Mozart�������s Operas: A Critical Study is considered a seminal work in the field of musicology and has been widely praised for its insightful analysis and scholarly rigor. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in Mozart�������s music and the history of opera.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: 143714649X
• ISBN13: 9781437146493
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 462 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"