The Grand Opera in America
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The Grand Opera in America is a comprehensive historical account of the development of opera in the United States. Written by Henry C. Lahee, a music critic and historian, the book explores the origins of opera in America, tracing its evolution from the early 19th century to the early 20th century. The book covers the rise of opera companies and the emergence of American singers, as well as the impact of European artists on American opera. Lahee also provides detailed analyses of the most important operas performed in America, including works by Wagner, Verdi, and Puccini. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of opera in America, as well as for music students and scholars. With its engaging writing style and in-depth research, The Grand Opera in America is a must-read for anyone who loves opera and wants to learn more about its rich history in the United States.1902. Illustrated. Contents: Ballad Opera; English Opera; Italian Opera-Max Maretzek; Italian Opera-Hackett and Ullman; Italian Opera-Strakosch and De Vivo; Italian Opera-Mapleson; German Opera; Grand Opera of Recent Years; and Opera in English.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781162776842
- ISBN-10: 1162776846
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.13 pounds
- Page Count: 386
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