A Dictionary of Opera Characters Hardback
by Joyce Bourne
Part of the The Oxford Reference Collection series
Hardback
Description
This dictionary is part of the Oxford Reference Collection: using sustainable print-on-demand technology to make the acclaimed backlist of the Oxford Reference programme perennially available in hardback format.
A unique and authoritative A-Z reference work that will answer all your questions on who's who in opera.
Contains over 2,500 lively entries on operatic characters, with information on the creator of the role and notable performances.
From Aeneas to Zaida, A Book of Opera Characters provides extensive coverage of all the characters in operas from around the world and gives synopses for over 200 operas and operettas.
It includes feature articles written by well-known personalities from the world of opera, such as Placido Domingo and Dame Janet Baker, plus articles contributed by Christine Brewer and Joyce DiDonato.
Recommended opera-related web links are listed for relevant and up-to-date extra information.
This book is an invaluable source of reference for professionals and amateurs alike, a
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Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:376 pages
- Publisher:Oxford University Press
- Publication Date:15/12/2016
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- ISBN:9780198804895
Information
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Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:376 pages
- Publisher:Oxford University Press
- Publication Date:15/12/2016
- Category:
- ISBN:9780198804895
