Tainted glory in Handel's Messiah : the unsettling history of the world's most beloved choral work / Michael Marissen.
| Author/creator | Marissen, Michael |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | New Haven : Yale University Press, 2014. |
| Description | x, 217 pages ; 22 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Introduction -- Rejoicing against Judaism in Handel's Messiah -- The Messiah libretto. |
| Abstract | In this pioneering study, respected musicologist Michael Marissen examines Handel's masterwork "Hallelujah Chorus," and uncovers a disturbing message of anti-Judaism buried within its joyous celebration of the divinity of the Christ. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2013034526 |
| ISBN | 9780300194586 (hardcover ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0300194587 (hardcover ; alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.H13 M38 2014 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |