The international opera guide / F.M. Stockdale, M.R. Dreyer.
| Author/creator | Stockdale, Freddie |
| Other author | Dreyer, M. R. (Martin R.) |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | North Pomfret, VT : Trafalgar Square Publishing, 1990. |
| Description | ix, 342 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 22 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Complete list of major opera houses, companies and festivals -- Major opera houses and companies -- Additional opera houses and companies -- Festivals -- Complete list of composers and operas -- Composers and operas. |
| Abstract | This handbook for opera-goers directs the reader to the principal places throughout the world where opera is performed and also describes the most popular operas and their composers. The first part is an international directory of 150 opera houses, companies and festivals, listed alphabetically with location maps, seating plans and details of facilities and booking arrangements. The second part gives biographies of the major opera composers and scenarios of over 100 popular operas, highlighting the major arias. F.M. Stockdale is the founder of Pavilion Opera, a touring company which performs in private houses and museums. Martin Dreyer, a singer and musicologist, contributes regularly to "Opera" magazine. |
| General note | Includes index. |
| LCCN | 90070038 |
| ISBN | 0943955270 |
| ISBN | 9780943955278 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML102.O6 S84 1990 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |