Leonard Warren: American Baritone (SIGNED) with Bonus 2 CD Set: Leonard Warren Commemorative Opera Arias and Concert Songs)

Phillips-Matz, Mary Jane; Tony Randall, (Foreword); Barrett Crawford, (Discography & Chronology)

ISBN 10: 1574670530 / ISBN 13: 9781574670530

Published by Amadeus Press; Portland, OR, 2000

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Amadeus Press. Portland, OR. 2000 FIRST EDITION HARDCOVER Iin NEAR FINE Condition in NEAR FINE unclipped Dustjacket. A deeply engaging portrait of the beloved opera star, based on dozens of interviews with Warren's sister, the late Vivien Warren, as well as many colleagues and friends. With more than 100 rare photographs, capturing Warren in his great roles as well as in private moments. Chronology, Discography, and Index. Green cloth with Warren's signature in gilt on front and gilt titling on spine. Covers show mild bruises at top corners, very light wear at rear bottom corner. Interior is clean, crisp, and bright, unmarked. Binding is tight. A wonderful copy. 471 pp. Approx. 6.5" x 9.5". Included as a bonus is the 2 CD Set, "Leonard Warren Commemorative Opera Arias and Concert Songs," produced by the Leonard Warren Foundation, brand new and still sealed in its plastic wrapper. Carefully shipped in secure parcel. Ask all questions; glad to respond. Seller Inventory # 500434

Bibliographic Details

Title: Leonard Warren: American Baritone (SIGNED) ...

Publisher: Amadeus Press; Portland, OR

Publication Date: 2000

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine

Edition: 1st Edition

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Synopsis:

The great baritone Leonard Warren was history's most notable interpreter of Verdi, making his mark in the title roles of Rigoletto, Macbeth and Simon Boccanegra. Warren's dramatic death over 40 years ago is famous: he collapsed and died onstage at the Met on March 4, 1960 in a performance as Carlo in La forza del destino. In this definitive biography, Mary Jane Phillips-Matz, author of an acclaimed biography of Giuseppe Verdi, offers an intimate portrait of a beloved opera star, based on hundreds of interviews. More than 100 rare photographs capture Warren in his great roles as well as in private moments. HARDCOVER.

Synopsis:

This biography of America's great mid-20th century baritone briefly covers his family background, childhood, and youth, but emphasizes his singing career, with some attention paid to his courtship and marriage. Largely compiled with the assistance of Warren's family. Includes a discography, chronology of his opera performances, and abundant b&w pho