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Hardback. Condition: Good. What, really, is opera? At the turn of the 20th century - and for the previous 260 years - opera houses all over the world were filled with all classes of people. This title collects the memorable and significant operas and composers, from Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen to Mozart's Le nozze di Figaro and Tchaikovsky's Eugene Onegin.…

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Paperback. Condition: Fair. Everything you could possibly know about Verdi and his operas, from the brilliant and humorous author of Wagner Without Fear. If you want to know why La traviata was actually a flop at its premiere in 1853, it's in here.If you want to know why claiming to have heard Bjorling's Chicago performance of Il trovatore is the classic opera fan faux pas, it's in here.Even if you just want to know how to pronounce Aida, or what the plot of Rigoletto is all about, this is the place to look.From the composer's intense hatred of priests to synopses of the operas and a detailed discography of the best recordings to buy, it can all be found in Verdi with a Vengeance.William Berger has given another improbable performance, serving up a book as thorough as it is funny and as original as it is astute, an utterly indispensable guide for novice and expert alike.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. An encyclopedia of opera, with biographies of more than 140 composers, descriptions of hundreds of operas, reviews of CDs, a who's who of the recorded opera singers - from the very prominent to the more obscure, and a directory to opera houses across the world.

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Paperback. Condition: Fair. For anyone who has been intimidated, overwhelmed, or just plain confused by what they think opera is, Who's Afraid of Opera? offers a lively, readable, and frankly biased guide to what author Michael Walsh describes as the greatest art form yet invented by humankind. From opera's origins in Renaissance Italy to the Who's Tommy and Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods, Walsh explores what opera is - and what it's not; which is more important - the words or the music?; why does it take Tristan so long to die?; a (Not Quite) Totally Arbitrary Basic Repertoire; and what makes a great singer. So curtain up! It's time to settle into your seat, close up your program, and watch the house lights go down. And get ready for the musical ride of your lives.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. For anyone who has been intimidated, overwhelmed, or just plain confused by what they think opera is, Who's Afraid of Opera? offers a lively, readable, and frankly biased guide to what author Michael Walsh describes as the greatest art form yet invented by humankind. From opera's origins in Renaissance Italy to the Who's Tommy and Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods, Walsh explores what opera is - and what it's not; which is more important - the words or the music?; why does it take Tristan so long to die?; a (Not Quite) Totally Arbitrary Basic Repertoire; and what makes a great singer. So curtain up! It's time to settle into your seat, close up your program, and watch the house lights go down. And get ready for the musical ride of your lives.…

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Paperback. Condition: Fair. If you are looking to expand your opera career to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. If you want to work as a full-time singer (Fest) in one or more opera houses. If you are curious about what life is like as a singer in a German-speaking Fest ensemble. If you want to become fluent in German. What The FACH? (http: //www.what-the-fach.com) gives you a detailed, first-hand look into life as an English-speaking opera singer in the German theater system. Written by a full-time opera singer working in Europe, this invaluable resource is a 'must have' for every singer wanting to break into the German-speaking opera world. The bestselling guide is back for its Second Edition with detailed information covering virtually everything you can think of, including everything you never thought to think of but still need to know There are countless English-speaking singers already working in the German-speaking world, and with What The FACH? , you can have the knowledge they already possess in hand. READ WHAT OPERA PROFESSIONALS ARE SAYING. .a comprehensive resource for decoding the mysteries of professional singing in Europe.-- HUGH RUSSELL, Canadian baritone .without a doubt the best reference of its kind. .What the FACH? answers the obvious and not-so obvious questions - in a concise and very funny way - that one comes across while working in Central Europe's 'Fest' opera system.-- KATE ALDRICH, American mezzo-soprano Any singer planning an audition trip to Germany should READ THIS BOOK FIRST It will answer multiple questions, help in travel planning, seve them money AND prevent many headaches -- KIRSTEN GUNLOGSON, American mezzo-soprano Not only is this book a MUST HAVE for any singer who has considered going to Europe, it is also a wildly entertaining read -- COREY MCKERN, American baritone What the FACH? is a witty, common sense approach to one of the most challenging endeavors for a developing artist in today's operatic world. A nearly encyclopedic amount of information presented in a format that will keep you informed, inquisitive and amused.-- PATRICK CARFIZZI, American bass-baritone What a valuable service for novice and well-traveled artists alike -- GARNETT BRUCE, American stage director What you get with What the FACH? SECOND EDITION: A 252 page survival guide detailing the most specific information to date for opera singers, conductors, stage directors, and pianists/accompanists, wanting to tour the German-speaking world. An 18-page German/English Phrasebook and Dictionary specifically designed for opera singers, coaches, conductors, and stage directors. In-depth interviews with working professionals. These interviews include singers, conductors, pianists, directors, opera administration, and a lengthy discussion with NYIOP Founder and CEO David Blackburn. A 7-page comprehensive glossary - prepared by a medical doctor - of any and all prescription and non-prescription medications that you might need. Generic names and specific brand names for individual countries are all included. Personal, first-hand accounts and experiences to help you prepare for, and understand, what you will encounter.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. If you are looking to expand your opera career to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. If you want to work as a full-time singer (Fest) in one or more opera houses. If you are curious about what life is like as a singer in a German-speaking Fest ensemble. If you want to become fluent in German. What The FACH? (http: //www.what-the-fach.com) gives you a detailed, first-hand look into life as an English-speaking opera singer in the German theater system. Written by a full-time opera singer working in Europe, this invaluable resource is a 'must have' for every singer wanting to break into the German-speaking opera world. The bestselling guide is back for its Second Edition with detailed information covering virtually everything you can think of, including everything you never thought to think of but still need to know There are countless English-speaking singers already working in the German-speaking world, and with What The FACH? , you can have the knowledge they already possess in hand. READ WHAT OPERA PROFESSIONALS ARE SAYING. .a comprehensive resource for decoding the mysteries of professional singing in Europe.-- HUGH RUSSELL, Canadian baritone .without a doubt the best reference of its kind. .What the FACH? answers the obvious and not-so obvious questions - in a concise and very funny way - that one comes across while working in Central Europe's 'Fest' opera system.-- KATE ALDRICH, American mezzo-soprano Any singer planning an audition trip to Germany should READ THIS BOOK FIRST It will answer multiple questions, help in travel planning, seve them money AND prevent many headaches -- KIRSTEN GUNLOGSON, American mezzo-soprano Not only is this book a MUST HAVE for any singer who has considered going to Europe, it is also a wildly entertaining read -- COREY MCKERN, American baritone What the FACH? is a witty, common sense approach to one of the most challenging endeavors for a developing artist in today's operatic world. A nearly encyclopedic amount of information presented in a format that will keep you informed, inquisitive and amused.-- PATRICK CARFIZZI, American bass-baritone What a valuable service for novice and well-traveled artists alike -- GARNETT BRUCE, American stage director What you get with What the FACH? SECOND EDITION: A 252 page survival guide detailing the most specific information to date for opera singers, conductors, stage directors, and pianists/accompanists, wanting to tour the German-speaking world. An 18-page German/English Phrasebook and Dictionary specifically designed for opera singers, coaches, conductors, and stage directors. In-depth interviews with working professionals. These interviews include singers, conductors, pianists, directors, opera administration, and a lengthy discussion with NYIOP Founder and CEO David Blackburn. A 7-page comprehensive glossary - prepared by a medical doctor - of any and all prescription and non-prescription medications that you might need. Generic names and specific brand names for individual countries are all included. Personal, first-hand accounts and experiences to help you prepare for, and understand, what you will encounter.…

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