Carmen
Burton D. Fisher • 2005 • Opera Journeys Publishing
- Author
- Burton D. Fisher
- First published
- 2005
- Publisher
- Opera Journeys Publishing
- Subjects
- Librettos · Operas · Opéras · Livrets
- ISBN
- 9781930841475
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Published in 2005 by Opera Journeys, this guide to Georges Bizet’s Carmen was written by Burton D. Fisher as part of a dedicated series aimed at increasing accessibility to operatic works. The series was designed to provide audiences with a concise, analytical resource that bridges the gap between casual listening and informed appreciation, focusing on the historical context and the dramatic structure of the libretto.
The book functions as an analytical guide, featuring the complete libretto alongside Fisher’s commentary on the musical themes and character psychology. Fisher, a former opera conductor, utilized his professional background to craft an educational tool intended for both students and opera-goers. It remains a staple in the Opera Journeys Mini Guide series, noted for its utility in preparing audiences for live performances of the nineteenth-century classic.
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