Early in his long career, the self-taught English music critic Ernest Newman (1868-1959) wrote this influential account of Gluck's life and musical achievements in relation to the intellectual life of the eighteenth century. First published in 1895, Gluck and the Opera traces the composer's ideas and his efforts to move opera forward after a period of stagnation. Musicians, thinkers and satirists had been writing for generations about the need to reform the opera, but it was Gluck who brought about far-reaching changes that ...
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Early in his long career, the self-taught English music critic Ernest Newman (1868-1959) wrote this influential account of Gluck's life and musical achievements in relation to the intellectual life of the eighteenth century. First published in 1895, Gluck and the Opera traces the composer's ideas and his efforts to move opera forward after a period of stagnation. Musicians, thinkers and satirists had been writing for generations about the need to reform the opera, but it was Gluck who brought about far-reaching changes that paved the way for Mozart, Weber and Wagner. His most notable innovation was the fusing of the Italian and French operatic traditions. The first part of the book is a chronological account of Gluck's eventful career, which took him all over Europe but was centred on Paris and Vienna. The second part deals with Gluck in his broader cultural and intellectual context, and lists his works.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. 8vo, blue cloth binding with gilt lettering along spine. Bumped corners and fraying cloth on the spine. Binding is becoming loose. Pages are age toned, but clean. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN:
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. With usual stamps and markings, In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Gilt lettering on backstrip. Shelf wear. Bumped corners. Internally clean. Pencil markings. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN:
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Book contains pencil markings. In good all round condition. Medium blue cloth 8vo with bevelled edges of boards and gilt lettering on backstrip. A little shelf worn with bumped corners and minor general wear. Multiple pages have small marginal pencil markings, otherwise volume is secure, clean and clear. Moderate foxing. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN:
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