The Voice of Judith in 300 Years of Oratorio and Opera
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This volume focuses on the story of Judith as presented by composers, librettists and playwrights over four centuries. Helen Leneman analyzes numerous examples of music, librettos and the librettists' views of Judith - strongly influenced by societal attitudes of their time - and how these works in turn suggest unexpected ways of understanding biblical women and their stories. Music adds nuances, colors and emotions, becoming a subtext that suggests...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0567699935
ISBN13:9780567699930
Release Date:December 2022
Publisher:T&T Clark
Length:280 Pages
Weight:0.87 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"
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