Benjamin Britten

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A Midsummer Night's DreamPaperback, 16 May 2011

A Midsummer Night's Dream
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Part of Series
Overture Opera Guides
Part of Series
Opera Guides (Overture)
Print Length
152 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Overture Publishing
Date Published
16 May 2011
ISBN-10
1847495443
ISBN-13
9781847495440

Description

A Midsummer Night's Dream was Benjamin Britten's seventh major opera and had its premiere at Aldeburgh in 1960. Britten and his partner Peter Pears prepared a condensed version of Shakespeare's much-loved comedy for the libretto, using (with the exception of a single line) only the original text. In this newly commissioned guide, Andrew Plant explores the genesis of the opera's composition, including passages of recently published material from Britten's own correspondence. Philip Reed examines the musical language of the opera and has prepared a detailed thematic guide, while David Nice outlines many of the different approaches to the work in productions that have taken place over the last forty years. An essay by Philip Brett discusses how the opera reflects the central issues in Britten's work. Finally, a unique article is included which Britten himself wrote for the Observer immediately preceding the work's premiere. The present edition also contains twentyfive black-and-white and colour photographs, the full libretto, a discography, DVD guide, bibliography and website guide. It will prove an invaluable companion to opera-goers wanting to increase their understanding and enjoyment of this magical work.

Product Details

Author:
Benjamin Britten
Book Format:
Paperback
Date Published:
16 May 2011
Dimensions:
19.84 x 12.83 x 2.34 cm
ISBN-10:
1847495443
ISBN-13:
9781847495440
Language:
English
Location:
New York
Pages:
152
Weight:
312.98 gm

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