Although works such as Messiah and the Water Music have remained firmly in the repertory since their composition, only recently have the delights of Handel's operas been rediscovered. Centring on Handel's pre-eminence as a composer of opera and oratorio, Donald Burrows's study also covers all the other important genres, such as the concerto and church music. He charts the interaction of life and music, from Handel's childhood and student years through his successive professional activities in Germany and Italy, to his ...
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Although works such as Messiah and the Water Music have remained firmly in the repertory since their composition, only recently have the delights of Handel's operas been rediscovered. Centring on Handel's pre-eminence as a composer of opera and oratorio, Donald Burrows's study also covers all the other important genres, such as the concerto and church music. He charts the interaction of life and music, from Handel's childhood and student years through his successive professional activities in Germany and Italy, to his establishment as Georgian England's greatest composer.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Damaged book. Slightly damaged in some way typically, a grazed corner or torn cover.
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Very Good. Used, dust jacket has light scratches and outer edges have minor scuffs, outer pages have shelf wear, book content is in very good condition. Master Musicians.
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Very good. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 520 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. Master Musicians. Audience: General/trade. AS NEW--VERY NICE COPY--VERY SLIGHT SHELF WARE--TEXT CLEAN AND TIGHT--GIFT--STILL HAS LOTS OF GREAT READS LEFT---1 ST. ED. --1 ST. PRINTING
