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ADVANTAGES OF LET'S GO TO THE OPERA MATERIAL
Versatile: the audio casssette can be played while doing other things.
Convenient: the pocket sized study guide
permits quick consultation before or even during the performance; or as resource material to settle an argument.
Beautiful: the jauntily bowed shiny
white kit accented by a colorful title strip looks good on your bookshelves.
Multi purpose: preparation for a night
at the opera, video viewing, a television performance, a record session or to settle an argument.
FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL TITLE THERE IS A CHOICE
A recorded talk on audio cassette of approximately 75 minutes that provides:
a clear and concise synopsis.
a description of the opera in terms of the plot focusing on the characters, their motivations, their background in terms of history and sociology, all of it enhanced by eye- opening details gleaned from the work of literature or the historical incident that is its base.
a description of the opera in terms of the music features piano excerpts to illustrate themes and special features of the score. Orchestration and singing style are explained in the context of operatic development.
a description of the genesis of the work outlines the events leading up to its creation and its premiere.
an essay outlines a particularly interesting aspect of the opera for its social, cultural or political relevance: the status of women, details of gypsy life, the impact of tuberculosis on society and the arts, the history of free masonry...
A study guide of about 30 pages which offers an expanded version of the recorded talk. A bibliography facilitates further reading.
A handsome kit containing both the recorded talk and the study guide as well as an insert with general information about opera: its history, hints on enjoyment, a glossary of terms and a list of operatic categories.
(covering over 110 titles)