One of the most controversial figures in the history of ideas as well as music, Richard Wagner continues to stimulate debate whenever his works are performed. Drawing upon the scholarship of The New Grove Dictionary of Opera, the most comprehensive dictionary of opera in the world, Barry Millington offers a concise, portable survey and guide, which will make a welcome addition to the shelf of anyone who loves opera. Millington has completely updated the original pieces and contributed four new chapters on Wagner, including a summary of Wagner productions from 1876 to the present day, a...
One of the most controversial figures in the history of ideas as well as music, Richard Wagner continues to stimulate debate whenever his works are pe...
Richard Wagner (1813-1883) is one of the most influential, and most polarizing, composers in the history of music. This book offers an in-depth andutterly approachable account of Wagner's life and, work and times.
Richard Wagner (1813-1883) is one of the most influential, and most polarizing, composers in the history of music. This book offers an in-depth andutt...