Download or read book An Invitation to the Opera, Revised Edition written by John Louis DiGaetani and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2015-11-16 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In its revised third edition, this volume argues that an appreciation of opera is based on understanding of several key aspects: history, language, theatrical production, the power of the conductor, vocal tradition and standard repertory. This unique approach is intended for the newcomer curious about the art form. The author discusses how opera has changed in the last three decades and how it is now more easily enjoyed than ever before. Originally published in 1986, this book has been translated into four languages and has been used as an "Introduction to Opera" text in college classrooms around the world.