Metropolitan Opera Milestones is a comprehensive book that chronicles the history of the Metropolitan Opera, one of the world's most renowned opera houses. Written by Mary Ellis Peltz, a noted opera historian and critic, the book covers the major events and performances that have taken place at the Met since its inception in 1883. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in the Met's history, starting with its early years and the construction of its iconic building in Lincoln Center. It goes on to ...
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Metropolitan Opera Milestones is a comprehensive book that chronicles the history of the Metropolitan Opera, one of the world's most renowned opera houses. Written by Mary Ellis Peltz, a noted opera historian and critic, the book covers the major events and performances that have taken place at the Met since its inception in 1883. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in the Met's history, starting with its early years and the construction of its iconic building in Lincoln Center. It goes on to explore the Met's evolution over the years, including its expansion into new musical genres such as jazz and musical theater. Throughout the book, Peltz provides detailed accounts of the most significant performances and productions at the Met, including the debuts of legendary singers like Enrico Caruso and Maria Callas. She also delves into the behind-the-scenes workings of the opera house, including the management and artistic decisions that have shaped its identity over the years. Metropolitan Opera Milestones is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of opera and the cultural significance of the Metropolitan Opera. With its engaging writing style and wealth of information, it is a valuable resource for both casual opera fans and serious scholars of the art form.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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