Aida
Published on 1. January 2018
99 pages
978-0-7145-4492-2 (ISBN)
Description
Aida is, for most of us, the quintessence of Ancient Egypt, but it is certainly not just for archaeologists. Michael Rose points out that it is really about patriotism - an issue of burning importance to Verdi and his contemporaries. Music critic William Mann reflects that even a short look at the score reveals subtleties that repay careful listening. And Verdi's own letters show the germs of the opera grow from suggestion to creation.Contents: Verdi's 'Egyptian business', Michael Rose; 'Aida' - Text and Music, William Mann; The Genesis of 'Aida', Roger Parker; Aida: Libretto by Antonio Ghislanzoni; Aida: English version by Edmund Tracey
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Content
- Intro
- Verdi's 'Egyptian business'
- 'Aida' - Text and Music
- The Genesis of 'Aida'
- Thematic Guide
- Aid Libretto
- Act 1
- Act 2
- Act 3
- Act 4
- Bibliography
- Discography
