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This invaluable reference book explores the background to 400 years of opera the composers, the singers, plus the buildings and festivals that have developed to showcase them. The development of opera is explored and set in its political and social context. At the heart of the book are concise biographies of major composers, accompanied by portraits and illustrations relating to their works, together with recommended recordings (both historical and contemporary).
ISBN: 9781845332754
Pages: 501
Hardcover with DJ
Mitchell Beazley, 2008
Edition: 01
Good condition; DJ has small chip/tear to front (see pics)
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