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Richard Wagner's devotees have ranged from the subtlest minds (Proust) to the most brutal (Hitler). The enduring fascination with his works arises not only from his singular fusion of musical innovation and theatrical daring, but also from his largely overlooked engagement with the boldest... read more

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The key to the nature of opera in general is that it is a form of drama in which the primary means of expression is music.

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  1. Bryan Magee (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Metropolitan Books
Country: USA
Publication Date: 2001
ISBN: 0805067884
Page Count: 416

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