Decoding Wagner : an invitation to his world of music drama / Thomas May.
| Author/creator | May, Thomas |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Pompton Plains, NJ : Amadeus Press, 2004. |
| Description | xii, 220 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm + 2 audio discs (4 3/4 in.). |
| Subjects |
| Series | Unlocking the masters series ; no. 1 Unlocking the masters series ; no. 1. ^A590063 |
| Contents | Introduction: what's all the fuss? -- Setting the stage: Wagner's emergence as an artist -- Navigating a way into Wagner: Der Fliegende Holländer -- What kind of love to sing? Tannhäuser -- Making contact: the tragedy of Lohengrin -- The world's breath: Tristan und Isolde -- A touch of madness: the creative spirit and Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg -- Total artistic clarity: an overview of the Ring Cycle -- Shimmering enigmas: Das Rheingold -- The heart of the matter: Die Walküre -- Coming of age: Siegfried -- In the end is the beginning: Götterdämmerung -- Made wise through compassion: Wagner's swan song Parsifal. |
| Abstract | This guide to Wagner and his works explores the world of this deeply misunderstood figure and cultural icon whose influence extends to all the arts. Challenging commonly held assumptions, the author serves as a guide to the great emotional power in Wagner's art and presents a straightforward overview of what Wagner attempted to achieve with his "artwork of the future." Discussions of his major works place them in the context of his life and consider the interplay of dramatic and musical elements with Wagner's unique philosophical ideas. Two accompanying CDs trace Wagner's growth as a composer, revealing the expressive richness that continues to make his art compelling and relevant for contemporary audiences. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 215-217). |
| LCCN | 2004018846 |
| ISBN | 1574670972 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Media - Ask at Circulation Desk | CD-7785 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.W13 M25 2004 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |