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Zeiss, Laurel E |
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Music & Letters; Aug2024, Vol. 105 Issue 3, p403-406, 4p |
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"The Italian Opera Singers in Mozart's Vienna" by Dorothea Link explores the influence of Italian opera singers on the repertory and casting decisions at the court theatre in Vienna during Emperor Joseph II's reign. The author draws on a wide range of sources to examine how the singers employed by Joseph II shaped the operatic repertory and how the Italian opera troupe was administered over multiple seasons. The book challenges some commonly held beliefs and provides insights into the importance of the star soprano in the success of comic operas. It also raises questions about the casting of Mozart's music today. The research highlights the involvement of Emperor Joseph II in the running of the opera buffa company and the central role of theatre in Viennese society. Overall, the book provides a valuable contribution to the understanding of the operatic conventions and the complex theatrical environment during Joseph II's reign. [Extracted from the article] |
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