Gioacchino Rossini
Kendall, Alan, 1939-1992
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A biography of Rossini, published to mark the bicentenary of his birth. It examines each of his operas, provides insights into the bizarre opera industry of early 19th-century Italy and interweaves musical discussion with an account of the composer's life, relationships and personality.
Main title:
Gioacchino Rossini / Alan Kendall.
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Imprint:
London : Gollancz, 1992.
Collation:
276p., [165]p. of plates. : ill, facsims., music, ports. ; 24cm.
Notes:
Bibliography: p261. - Includes index.
ISBN:
0575056304 (pbk)0575051787
Dewey class:
789ROS789
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
286162