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The Lyrical Drama is a distinguished two-volume essay collection that offers in-depth critical examination of modern opera. H. Sutherland Edwards explores the multifaceted world of lyrical drama through carefully curated essays that investigate the pivotal subjects shaping opera during his era.
This set provides comprehensive coverage of the composers who revolutionized operatic music, examining their contributions and artistic innovations. Edwards also dedicates substantial attention to the executants—the singers and performers—whose interpretations brought these compositions to life on stage.
Through scholarly analysis and detailed observations, this work serves as an essential reference for understanding the development of modern opera. The essays address technical, artistic, and historical dimensions of the lyrical drama form, making it valuable for opera enthusiasts, musicologists, and students of theatrical arts.
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