{"product_id":"definitive-opera-encyclopedia-9781783619900","title":"Definitive Opera Encyclopedia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated and expanded version of the classic reference work, \u003cem\u003eThe Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera\u003c\/em\u003e, this new text edition examines the history and development of opera. It traces its roots from the theatrical choral dances of Ancient Greece, through the sublime compositions of Handel and Mozart, and on to the groundbreaking works of Verdi, Wagner, and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrganised by era, the composers and their works, along with the key librettists and singers of the period, are placed in their historical, social, and cultural context through extensive introductory sections. Cross-references and thematic boxes allow the reader to follow a particular area of interest throughout the book, or to explore related information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe comprehensive text brings to life the splendour and emotional energy of the best operas, performers, and companies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stanley Sadie was a music critic for \u003cem\u003eThe Times\u003c\/em\u003e, editor of \u003cem\u003eThe Musical Times\u003c\/em\u003e, and a music consultant to the TV series \u003cem\u003eMan and Music\u003c\/em\u003e. He edited \u003cem\u003eThe New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as its many associated dictionaries. He wrote extensively on Mozart and Handel and was president of the Royal Musical Association (1989-2013) and the International Musicological Society (1992-2013). He was appointed CBE in 1982. He died in 2005.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Langridge was one of the world's most distinguished singers. He had a remarkable versatility and command of a wide variety of styles from the early classical period to the present day. He performed to critical acclaim in concert halls and festivals throughout the world and appeared with most of the leading conductors and orchestras of his time. He was appointed CBE in 1994. He died in 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e40 Illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853454069996,"sku":"9781783619900","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/813833482823.jpg?v=1759204783","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/definitive-opera-encyclopedia-9781783619900","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}