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B. July 24th 1803 as the son of a French musician and professor of the conservatory at Paris. In 1817 he attended the conservatory of his native town, where he was instructed by Boieldieu. His first work was Pierre and Catherine. In 1836 he published his second opera: The Postillion of\ Longjumeau, which was very favourably received and acquired for him a name as a musical writer. 1836 to 1846 he composed ten other operas; the best of these is the Brewer of Preston. In 1848 he was appointed professor of the conservatory at Paris, where he died May 3d 1856.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of the plots of the most popular operas and brief biographies of their composers from the classical era to the present day. The author has aimed to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the operas, their historical context, and the composers' lives. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the development of opera as an art form, the different types of opera, and the major composers and their works. The author provides insightful commentary on the operas, exploring their themes, characters, and music. This book is a must-read for opera lovers and anyone interested in the history of music. It offers a comprehensive overview of the genre and its major works, making it an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about opera. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259823223_0
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