The Art of Writing Opera-Librettos: Practical Suggestions is a book written by Edgar Istel and published in 1922. The book is a comprehensive guide to writing librettos for operas. It provides practical suggestions and advice on how to write effective and compelling librettos that will engage audiences and enhance the musical experience. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the structure and form of librettos, the use of language and imagery, character development, and the relationship between the libretto and ...
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The Art of Writing Opera-Librettos: Practical Suggestions is a book written by Edgar Istel and published in 1922. The book is a comprehensive guide to writing librettos for operas. It provides practical suggestions and advice on how to write effective and compelling librettos that will engage audiences and enhance the musical experience. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the structure and form of librettos, the use of language and imagery, character development, and the relationship between the libretto and the music. Istel draws on his extensive experience as a composer and librettist to provide practical examples and exercises that will help aspiring writers to develop their skills.The book is aimed at both novice and experienced writers, as well as composers and other professionals in the opera industry. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it easy to understand and apply the principles outlined in the book. Overall, The Art of Writing Opera-Librettos: Practical Suggestions is an essential resource for anyone interested in writing librettos for operas. It provides a wealth of practical advice and guidance that will help writers to create compelling and memorable works that will stand the test of time.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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