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100 1 _aEdwards, H. Sutherland
_q(Henry Sutherland),
_d1828-1906
245 1 0 _aHistory of the Opera from its Origin in Italy to the present Time :
_bWith Anecdotes of the Most Celebrated Composers and Vocalists of Europe
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-07-08
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
520 _a"History of the Opera from its Origin in Italy to the Present Time" by Sutherland Edwards is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the development of opera, tracing its roots from early Italian productions to its influences and adaptations across Europe, particularly in Germany, France, and England. The book not only discusses the evolution of the art form but also includes anecdotes about notable composers and vocalists who shaped its history. The opening of the book introduces opera as a complex art form that combines music, poetry, and visual spectacle. Edwards addresses the origins of opera in Italy, highlighting its development from sacred musical plays and the significance of the early works such as "Dafne" and "Euridice." Through detailed historical context, he illuminates how opera's appeal was influenced by advancements in scenic design and orchestration, detailing various composers' contributions to the genre's evolution. The initial chapters set the stage for a rich exploration of how this unique form of entertainment became ingrained in European culture, reflecting the concurrent artistic movements of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aOpera
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40164
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