Description

Gluck and the Opera: A Study in Musical History is a book written by Ernest Newman in 1895. The book is a comprehensive study of Christoph Willibald Gluck, a German composer who revolutionized opera in the 18th century. Newman explores Gluck's life, musical style, and the impact he had on the world of opera. The book provides an in-depth analysis of Gluck's most famous works, including Orfeo ed Euridice and Alceste. Newman also delves into the political and cultural context of Gluck's time, providing valuable insight into the composer's motivations and influences. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of opera, the development of classical music, or the life and works of Christoph Willibald Gluck.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.