Puccini : a listener's guide / John Bell Young.

Author/creator Young, John Bell
Format Audio (Streaming)
Publication InfoNew York : Amadeus Press, 2008.
Descriptionxviii, 214 pages ; 23 cm + 1 audio CD (4 3/4 in.)
Subjects
Puccini, Giacomo, 1858-1924. Operas.
Opera--19th century. --History and criticism.

SeriesUnlocking the masters series ; no. 16
Unlocking the masters series ; no. 16. ^A590063
Contents Giacomo Puccini: an overview -- Manon Lescaut -- La Bohème -- Tosca -- Madama Butterfly -- La rondine -- Il trittico: Il tabarro, Suor Angelica, Gianni Schicchi -- Turandot.
Abstract In an entertaining and accessible style, the author takes the reader through Puccini's most popular operas-from the boudoir intrigue of Manon Lescaut to the tender young love of La Boheme, from the shattered innocence of Madama Butterfly to the violent passions of Tosca, Turandot, and more. Blended with the description of each opera's story are distinctive insights into musical detail, character development, and social and historical circumstances. An accompanying CD contains highlights of the works discussed (including Crisantemi, a rare gem for string quartet), so readers can experience for themselves the compelling music of one of opera's most beloved composers.
Local noteJOYNER MUSIC LIBRARY BOOK ACCOMPANIED BY SOUND RECORDING LOCATED AT CALL NUMBER : MusicLib CD-10700.
LCCN 2008045419
ISBN9781574671728 (alk. paper)
ISBN1574671723 (alk. paper)