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Description: Reading Opera Between the Lines by Morris Christopher A characteristic feature of Wagnerian and post-Wagnerian opera is the tendency to link scenes with numerous and often surprisingly lengthy orchestral interludes, frequently performed with the curtain closed. Often taken for granted or treated as a filler by audiences and critics, these interludes can take on very prominent roles, representing dream sequences, journeys and sexual encounters. Combining studies of individual musical texts with an investigation of the critical discourse surrounding the operas, Christopher Morris investigates the implications of these important but strangely overlooked passages. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A characteristic feature of Wagnerian and post-Wagnerian opera is the tendency to link scenes with numerous and often surprisingly lengthy orchestral interludes, frequently performed with the curtain closed. Often taken for granted or treated as a filler by audiences and critics, these interludes can take on very prominent roles, representing dream sequences, journeys and sexual encounters, and in some cases becoming a highlight of the opera. Christopher Morris investigates the implications of these important but strangely overlooked passages. Combining close readings of individual musical texts with an investigation of the critical discourse surrounding the operas, Morris shows how the interludes shed light not only on the representational and narrative capacities of the orchestra, but also on the supposed absolute realm of instrumental music, a concept to which many critics appealed when they associated the interludes with purely musical and symphonic qualities. Author Biography Christopher Morris is Lecturer in Music at University College Cork. His articles have appeared in The Journal of Musicological Research, Musical Quarterly and The Journal of the Royal Musical Society. Table of Contents Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. A walk on the wild side; 2. What the conductor saw; 3. Lost in the forest; 4. Sympathy with death; 5. A torrent of unsettling sounds; 6. Wagner and invisible theatre; Conclusion: innocence among opposites; Bibliography; Index. Review A rewarding as well as a provocative piece of work. Musical Times "Reading Opera between the Lines raises important and intriguing questions that should be of interest to any scholars and music lovers concerned with the cultural significance of orchestral music in opera." The Opera Quarterly "Morriss thoughtful and well-produced book (including numerous musical examples of high quality) contains a wealth of stimulating insights into those sections of operas that are often interpreted in purely diagetic and reflective terms. As an engaging writer (even in the more abstruse sections), he makes for rewarding reading, even for those not so well versed in certain aspects of critical discourse as the author obviously is. On a pragmatic note, this book should surely be required reading for all opera conductors, some of whom I suspect remain unaware of the possible significance of many of the orchestral interludes they so often direct." Notes "A slim, well-packed book to study and ponder. Recommended." The Opera Journal Review Quote "Reading Opera between the Lines raises important and intriguing questions that should be of interest to any scholars and music lovers concerned with the cultural significance of orchestral music in opera." The Opera Quarterly Promotional "Headline" This book investigates the use of orchestral interludes to link scenes in Wagnerian and post-Wagnerian opera. Description for Bookstore A characteristic feature of Wagnerian and post-Wagnerian opera is the use of substantial orchestral links between scenes and before a closed curtain. These interludes often take on very prominent roles, representing dream sequences, journeys and sexual encounters. Christopher Morris investigates the implications of these important but strangely overlooked passages. Description for Library A characteristic feature of Wagnerian and post-Wagnerian opera is the use of substantial orchestral links between scenes and before a closed curtain. These interludes often take on very prominent roles, representing dream sequences, journeys and sexual encounters. Christopher Morris investigates the implications of these important but strangely overlooked passages. Details ISBN0521807387 Short Title READING OPERA BETWEEN THE LINE Pages 232 Publisher Cambridge University Press Series New Perspectives in Music History and Criticism Language English ISBN-10 0521807387 ISBN-13 9780521807388 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 784.189 Series Number 8 Illustrations Yes Year 2002 Publication Date 2002-04-30 Imprint Cambridge University Press Subtitle Orchestral Interludes and Cultural Meaning from Wagner to Berg Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Author Morris Christopher DOI 10.1604/9780521807388 Audience Professional and Scholarly UK Release Date 2002-04-25 AU Release Date 2002-04-25 NZ Release Date 2002-04-25 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:95109097;

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