Fisher, Burton D.
Overview
| Works: | 476 works in 1,490 publications in 1 language and 281,871 library holdings |
|---|---|
| Genres: | Librettos Criticism, interpretation, etc Musical settings Operas Opera programs Stories, plots, etc Pictorial works Fiction |
| Roles: | Author, Editor, Adapter |
| Classifications: | ML50.P965, 782.12 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works by
Burton D Fisher
Verdi's La traviata by
Giuseppe Verdi(
)
23 editions published between 2001 and 2007 in English and held by 8,397 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
-- Engaging Commentary and Analysis about the composer, the opera and its characters.-- Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples-- A complete Libretto (newly translated) that incorporates Music Highlight Examples-- A Discography-- A Videography-- A Dictionary of Opera and Musical TermsEach Opera Classics Library edition is a comprehensive guide and complete analysis and evaluation of a specific opera; each is a unique "encyclopedia" that integrates important and pertinent information about each timeless classic. The objective of Opera Classics Library is to unlock opera's mysteries for the general audience, and enlighten and educate. Understanding and knowledge are the master keys to enhance enjoyment and appreciation of this great art form. Alexandre Dumas, in the final words of his novel, La Dame aux Camelias, dutifully summed up the sense of poignancy that became the basis of one of Verdi's most treasured operas: "Sleep in peace, Marguerite! Much will be forgiven you for you have greatly loved." La Traviata is an intimate portrait of a woman's agonizing defeat against the forces of destiny. Verdi's music score is a tone poem that musically captures the story's profound human passions and psychological depth
23 editions published between 2001 and 2007 in English and held by 8,397 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
-- Engaging Commentary and Analysis about the composer, the opera and its characters.-- Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples-- A complete Libretto (newly translated) that incorporates Music Highlight Examples-- A Discography-- A Videography-- A Dictionary of Opera and Musical TermsEach Opera Classics Library edition is a comprehensive guide and complete analysis and evaluation of a specific opera; each is a unique "encyclopedia" that integrates important and pertinent information about each timeless classic. The objective of Opera Classics Library is to unlock opera's mysteries for the general audience, and enlighten and educate. Understanding and knowledge are the master keys to enhance enjoyment and appreciation of this great art form. Alexandre Dumas, in the final words of his novel, La Dame aux Camelias, dutifully summed up the sense of poignancy that became the basis of one of Verdi's most treasured operas: "Sleep in peace, Marguerite! Much will be forgiven you for you have greatly loved." La Traviata is an intimate portrait of a woman's agonizing defeat against the forces of destiny. Verdi's music score is a tone poem that musically captures the story's profound human passions and psychological depth
Mozart's Don Giovanni by
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart(
)
17 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and held by 5,261 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mozart's Don giovanni has been considered an extraordinary work of genius, and possibly the most perfect opera ever written: "the opera of all operas."
17 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and held by 5,261 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mozart's Don giovanni has been considered an extraordinary work of genius, and possibly the most perfect opera ever written: "the opera of all operas."
Bizet's Carmen by
Georges Bizet(
)
20 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 5,113 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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20 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 5,113 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor by
Gaetano Donizetti(
)
19 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and Undetermined and held by 5,067 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of star-crossed lovers in 18th century Scotland. Lucia falls in love with her brother Enrico's bitter enemy, Edgardo. Enrico tricks Lucia into marrying Lord Arturo. In a mad fit, Lucia murders her husband and dies. Upon hearing the news that his love is dead, Edgardo stabs himself to join her
19 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and Undetermined and held by 5,067 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of star-crossed lovers in 18th century Scotland. Lucia falls in love with her brother Enrico's bitter enemy, Edgardo. Enrico tricks Lucia into marrying Lord Arturo. In a mad fit, Lucia murders her husband and dies. Upon hearing the news that his love is dead, Edgardo stabs himself to join her
Mozart's The magic flute by
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart(
)
19 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,898 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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19 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,898 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Rossini's The barber of Seville by
Gioacchino Rossini(
)
19 editions published between 2001 and 2007 in English and held by 4,797 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, featuring insightful and in depth Commentary and Analysis, a complete, newly translated Libretto with Italian/English side-by side, and over 35 music highlight examples
19 editions published between 2001 and 2007 in English and held by 4,797 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, featuring insightful and in depth Commentary and Analysis, a complete, newly translated Libretto with Italian/English side-by side, and over 35 music highlight examples
Puccini's Tosca : Italian opera in three acts by
Giacomo Puccini(
)
13 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,762 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Puccini's Tosca is a high-voltage, powerful and sensational opera thriller that is crammed with actoin, intense, and sometimes ferocious, supercharged dramatic confrontations: a true music drama
13 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,762 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Puccini's Tosca is a high-voltage, powerful and sensational opera thriller that is crammed with actoin, intense, and sometimes ferocious, supercharged dramatic confrontations: a true music drama
Strauss's Salome by
Richard Strauss(
)
13 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and held by 4,732 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A newly translated Libretto featuring foreign language/English side-by-side, and music examples interspersed throughout the text
13 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and held by 4,732 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A newly translated Libretto featuring foreign language/English side-by-side, and music examples interspersed throughout the text
Puccini's Manon Lescaut by
Giacomo Puccini(
)
10 editions published between 2003 and 2006 in English and held by 4,703 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A newly translated Libretto featuring foreign language/English side-by-side, and music examples interspersed throughout the text
10 editions published between 2003 and 2006 in English and held by 4,703 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A newly translated Libretto featuring foreign language/English side-by-side, and music examples interspersed throughout the text
Mozart's The marriage of Figaro by
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart(
)
15 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 4,642 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation A complete, newly translated LIBRETTO of Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO featuring Music Highlight Examples and Italian/English translation side-by-side
15 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 4,642 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation A complete, newly translated LIBRETTO of Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO featuring Music Highlight Examples and Italian/English translation side-by-side
Verdi's Aïda by
Giuseppe Verdi(
)
15 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,573 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Verdi's Aïda, featuring insightful and in depth commentary and analysis, a complete, newly translated libretto with ItalianEnglish side-by side, and over 30 music highlight examples
15 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,573 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Verdi's Aïda, featuring insightful and in depth commentary and analysis, a complete, newly translated libretto with ItalianEnglish side-by side, and over 30 music highlight examples
La Bohème by
Giacomo Puccini(
)
8 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 4,545 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
-- Engaging Commentary and Analysis about the composer, the opera and its characters.-- Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples-- A complete Libretto (newly translated) that incorporates Music Highlight Examples-- A Discography-- A Videography-- A Dictionary of Opera and Musical TermsEach Opera Classics Library edition is a comprehensive guide and complete analysis and evaluation of a specific opera; each is a unique "encyclopedia" that integrates important and pertinent information about each timeless classic. The objective of Opera Classics Library is to unlock opera's mysteries for the general audience, and enlighten and educate. Understanding and knowledge are the master keys to enhance enjoyment and appreciation of this great art form. Puccini's La Boheme remains a treasured sentimental favorite of opera-goers worldwide. Certainly, the critic Harold Schoenberg had La Boheme in mind when he commented, "While the basis of Verdi's operas is a battle cry, the basis of Puccini's operas is a mating call." La Boheme is about youthful aspiration and tender love. Its poignant story and Puccini's soul-searching music emphasize how tragedy and grief can elevate humanity to consciousness, awareness, and maturity
8 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 4,545 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
-- Engaging Commentary and Analysis about the composer, the opera and its characters.-- Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples-- A complete Libretto (newly translated) that incorporates Music Highlight Examples-- A Discography-- A Videography-- A Dictionary of Opera and Musical TermsEach Opera Classics Library edition is a comprehensive guide and complete analysis and evaluation of a specific opera; each is a unique "encyclopedia" that integrates important and pertinent information about each timeless classic. The objective of Opera Classics Library is to unlock opera's mysteries for the general audience, and enlighten and educate. Understanding and knowledge are the master keys to enhance enjoyment and appreciation of this great art form. Puccini's La Boheme remains a treasured sentimental favorite of opera-goers worldwide. Certainly, the critic Harold Schoenberg had La Boheme in mind when he commented, "While the basis of Verdi's operas is a battle cry, the basis of Puccini's operas is a mating call." La Boheme is about youthful aspiration and tender love. Its poignant story and Puccini's soul-searching music emphasize how tragedy and grief can elevate humanity to consciousness, awareness, and maturity
Verdi's Rigoletto by
Giuseppe Verdi(
)
14 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and held by 4,506 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Verdi's RIGOLETTO, featuring insightful and in depth Commentary and Analysis, a complete, newly translated Libretto with Italian/English side-by side, and over 35 music highlight examples
14 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and held by 4,506 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Verdi's RIGOLETTO, featuring insightful and in depth Commentary and Analysis, a complete, newly translated Libretto with Italian/English side-by side, and over 35 music highlight examples
... Mozart's Così fan tutte by
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart(
)
13 editions published between 2003 and 2007 in English and held by 4,465 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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13 editions published between 2003 and 2007 in English and held by 4,465 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Verdi's Othello by
Giuseppe Verdi(
)
17 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,459 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
-- Engaging Commentary and Analysis about the composer, the opera and its characters.-- Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples-- A complete Libretto (newly translated) that incorporates Music Highlight Examples-- A Discography-- A Videography-- A Dictionary of Opera and Musical TermsEach Opera Classics Library edition is a comprehensive guide and complete analysis and evaluation of a specific opera; each is a unique "encyclopedia" that integrates important and pertinent information about each timeless classic. The objective of Opera Classics Library is to unlock opera's mysteries for the general audience, and enlighten and educate. Understanding and knowledge are the master keys to enhance enjoyment and appreciation of this great art form. After the tremendously successful premier of Otello, Verdi responded to his librettist Arrigo Boito's enthusiastic congratulations: "Congratulations to HIM -- to Shakespeare, the immortal bard." Verdi's Otello represents the ultimate flowering of the composer's musico-dramatic genius, a milestone in Italian opera whose portrait of a tragic human conflict becomes intensified by the emotive power of its music
17 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,459 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
-- Engaging Commentary and Analysis about the composer, the opera and its characters.-- Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples-- A complete Libretto (newly translated) that incorporates Music Highlight Examples-- A Discography-- A Videography-- A Dictionary of Opera and Musical TermsEach Opera Classics Library edition is a comprehensive guide and complete analysis and evaluation of a specific opera; each is a unique "encyclopedia" that integrates important and pertinent information about each timeless classic. The objective of Opera Classics Library is to unlock opera's mysteries for the general audience, and enlighten and educate. Understanding and knowledge are the master keys to enhance enjoyment and appreciation of this great art form. After the tremendously successful premier of Otello, Verdi responded to his librettist Arrigo Boito's enthusiastic congratulations: "Congratulations to HIM -- to Shakespeare, the immortal bard." Verdi's Otello represents the ultimate flowering of the composer's musico-dramatic genius, a milestone in Italian opera whose portrait of a tragic human conflict becomes intensified by the emotive power of its music
Madam Butterfly = Madama Butterfly by
Giacomo Puccini(
)
18 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,368 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A newly translated Libretto featuring foreign language/English side-by-side, and music examples interspersed throughout the text
18 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 4,368 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A newly translated Libretto featuring foreign language/English side-by-side, and music examples interspersed throughout the text
Puccini's Turandot by
Giacomo Puccini(
)
16 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 3,460 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Turandot, considered by many Puccini's magnum opus, is an incredible operatic masterpiece, a remarkable blend of heroic grandeur, exoticism, and powerful romantic and poignant sentimentalism
16 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 3,460 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Turandot, considered by many Puccini's magnum opus, is an incredible operatic masterpiece, a remarkable blend of heroic grandeur, exoticism, and powerful romantic and poignant sentimentalism
Puccini's Il Trittico : Il Tabarro, Suor Angelica, Gianni Schicchi by
Giacomo Puccini(
)
11 editions published between 2002 and 2005 in English and held by 3,206 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Puccini's IL TRITTICO (IL TABARRO, SUOR ANGELICA, GIANNI SCHICCHI), featuring Brief Story Synopsis, Principal Characters, Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples, a complete, newly translated libretto of each opera with Italian/English translation side-by-side, an in depth and insightful Commentary and Analysis, a Discography, Videography and Dictionary of Opera and Musical terms
11 editions published between 2002 and 2005 in English and held by 3,206 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A comprehensive guide to Puccini's IL TRITTICO (IL TABARRO, SUOR ANGELICA, GIANNI SCHICCHI), featuring Brief Story Synopsis, Principal Characters, Story Narrative with Music Highlight Examples, a complete, newly translated libretto of each opera with Italian/English translation side-by-side, an in depth and insightful Commentary and Analysis, a Discography, Videography and Dictionary of Opera and Musical terms
Wagner's The ring of the Nibelung by
Richard Wagner(
)
9 editions published between 2002 and 2005 in English and held by 3,054 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Opera classics library explores the inner soul of Wagner's colossus of music theater. All of the Ring's mysteries are unlocked, and its immensity and complexity are analyzed and made coherent for the newcomer as well as for the seasoned enthusiast
9 editions published between 2002 and 2005 in English and held by 3,054 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Opera classics library explores the inner soul of Wagner's colossus of music theater. All of the Ring's mysteries are unlocked, and its immensity and complexity are analyzed and made coherent for the newcomer as well as for the seasoned enthusiast
A history of opera : milestones and metamorphoses by
Burton D Fisher(
)
13 editions published between 2003 and 2005 in English and held by 2,898 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This book is a comprehensive history of modern opera, from the Camerata innovations to Minimalism and contemporary opera. What are the historic milestones? Who were the innovators? How did their innovation affect the future of opera? 18 Milestone operas are featured and analyzed, including story narrative of the operas and over 300 music examples. - Publisher
13 editions published between 2003 and 2005 in English and held by 2,898 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This book is a comprehensive history of modern opera, from the Camerata innovations to Minimalism and contemporary opera. What are the historic milestones? Who were the innovators? How did their innovation affect the future of opera? 18 Milestone operas are featured and analyzed, including story narrative of the operas and over 300 music examples. - Publisher
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Related Identities
- Opera Journeys Publishing
- Puccini, Giacomo 1858-1924 Author
- Verdi, Giuseppe 1813-1901 Author
- Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus 1756-1791 Author
- Giacosa, Giuseppe 1847-1906 Librettist
- Illica, Luigi 1857-1919 Librettist
- Rossini, Gioacchino 1792-1868 Author
- Da Ponte, Lorenzo 1749-1838 Librettist Author
- Adami, Giuseppe 1878-1946 Librettist
- Piave, Francesco Maria 1810-1876 Librettist
Associated Subjects
Aïda (Verdi, Giuseppe) Ballo in maschera (Verdi, Giuseppe) Barbiere di Siviglia (Rossini, Gioacchino) Barbiere di Siviglia (Sterbini, Cesare) Belasco, David, Bizet, Georges, Bohème (Puccini, Giacomo) Bright, Kate Carmen (Bizet, Georges) Così fan tutte (Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus) Don Giovanni (Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus) Donizetti, Gaetano, England--London Giacosa, Giuseppe, Illica, Luigi, Italian language Italy Italy--Venice Long, John Luther, Lucia di Lammermoor (Donizetti, Gaetano) Madama Butterfly (Puccini, Giacomo) Manon Lescaut (Puccini, Giacomo) Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus, Music Nozze di Figaro (Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus) Opera Opera programs Operas Operas--Analysis, appreciation Operas--Excerpts Operas--Instruction and study Operas--Librettos Operas--Scenarios Operas--Scores Operas--Vocal scores with piano Otello (Verdi, Giuseppe) Performances Performing arts Price, Leontyne Puccini, Giacomo, Rigoletto (Verdi, Giuseppe) Ring des Nibelungen (Wagner, Richard) Salome (Strauss, Richard) South Australia Tosca (Puccini, Giacomo) Traviata (Verdi, Giuseppe) Trittico (Puccini, Giacomo) Turandot (Puccini, Giacomo) Verdi, Giuseppe, Zauberflöte (Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus)
