Opera From the Greek

Studies in the Poetics of Appropriation

Autori

• Michael Ewans

Parametri

• 226 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Film
• Musica

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The book delves into the adaptation of classical Greek tragedy and epic poetry in opera, featuring eight case studies from Monteverdi's Il ritorno d'Ulisse in patria to Turnage's Greek. It highlights the complex relationship between the operas and their Greek origins, focusing on key differences in plot, character, and dramatic strategy. Ewans conducts a comparative analysis that reveals the significant issues arising from these adaptations, offering insights into how classical themes are reinterpreted in the operatic form.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2016

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