Opera: The Basics

by Denise Gallo

Book Overview

Opera: The Basics offers an excellent introduction to four centuries of opera. Its easy to follow sections explore topics including:

the origins of opera basic terminology the history of major opera genres including: serious opera, comic opera, semi-serious opera and vernacular opera.

With key notes, discography and videography, this is the ideal book for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this important musical...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415970725
• ISBN13: 9780415970723
• Release Date: November 2005
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.7" x 7.5"