Excerpt from Early Opera in America
Interior of the John Street Theatre, New York Thomas Wignell in the character Of Darby John Hodgkinson In the character Of Robin Mrs. Hodgkinson in the character Of Cora Mrs. Wrighten as Fatima in 'cymon'
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of opera in America from its inception in the 18th century to the end of the Revolutionary War. It places the development of opera in the United States firmly within the broader context of American theater and concert life and traces its evolution from simple ballad operas through grander works that incorporated more complex music, sets, and costumes. The author consults primary sources such as newspapers, journals, and account books to examine the repertory, singers, orchestras, and theaters involved in these early operatic productions. By examining opera's popular appeal and its reception by critics and audiences, the author also sheds light on the evolving tastes and values of American society during a period of great social and political change. 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 # 9781330366059_0
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