Berlioz: Roméo et Juliette
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- Author: Julian Rushton, University of Leeds
- Date Published: September 1994
- availability: Available
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521377676
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Berlioz's 'dramatic symphony' Roméo et Juliette is regarded by many as his finest work; it is certainly among the most original. It is played less often than his earlier symphonies, because it requires solo voices and chorus; yet at its heart is some of the most inspired orchestral music of the nineteenth century. This book summarises the complex genesis of the work before examining the music closely and always with a view to understanding its dramatic implications. The early and later critical reception is quoted and discussed and Julian Rushton concludes by suggesting a way of hearing the work which recognises the value of its mixed genre. The complete libretto is provided in both English and French.
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- Contains complete libretto in English and French
- Discusses the influence of Shakespeare on Berlioz
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- Date Published: September 1994
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521377676
- length: 132 pages
- dimensions: 215 x 138 x 10 mm
- weight: 0.187kg
- contains: 4 tables 15 music examples
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
List of abbreviations and acknowledgements
1. Introduction
2. The genesis of Roméo et Juliette
3. Berlioz, Shakespeare and Garrick
4. Exordium: Introduction and Prologue
Roméo seul
5. The heart of the matter: Scène d'amour
La reine Mab
6. Tragedy and reconciliation: Convoi funébre
Roméo au tombeau
Finale
7. A view from 1839 by Stephen Heller
8. Performance and reception:
1839 and beyond
9. Afterword: Roméo et Juliette as covert opera
Appendices
Notes
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Index.
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