This book contains songs, duets, and recitative from the grand opera Somnambula by Felice Romani and Vincenzo Bellini. T......more

This one-act American opera tells the story of a Native American woman named Shanewis, who faces challenges as she striv......more

Experience the magic of the opera with The Pipe of Desire, a stunning one-act masterpiece from the acclaimed composer Fr......more

This book is a collection of letters written by the German composer Richard Wagner to Emil Heckel, a German music publis......more

Khovanchtchina is a five-act historical drama that delves deep into the political and social underpinnings of the Russia......more

Enjoy the witty and comedic genius of Gilbert and Sullivan in their entirely original comic opera, The Mountebanks, pres......more

Experience the grandeur and majesty of Richard Wagner’s ’The Mastersingers of Nuremberg’, one of the greatest operatic w......more

This volume presents a stunning new version of the famous tales of Hoffmann as played by the Aborn Opera Company. Set in......more

This comic opera is based on Henry Fielding’s classic novel ’The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling’. Featuring music by ......more

Otto Jahn and Sir George Grove provide a detailed biography of the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in this book, accompa......more

The Maid of the Moon is a delightful comic opera that follows the story of Jenny, a beggar’s daughter, and her adventure......more

Jean de Reszke was one of the greatest singers of the golden age of opera, and this book provides a fascinating window i......more

The Grand Duchess of Gerolstein is a classic comic opera written by Jacques Offenbach, with a libretto by Henri Meilhac ......more

One of the greatest works of the Romantic era, Tannhäuser is a sweeping epic of love, redemption, and the quest for arti......more

Relive the glory of the Metropolitan Opera’s 1895 season with this fascinating souvenir book, filled with photos, illust......more

This classic opera libretto tells the story of the downfall of the gods, based on Norse mythology. The work is the third......more

This practical guide offers tips and suggestions for writing opera librettos. Drawing on his own experiences as a libret......more

This beautiful and haunting opera by Baldassare Galuppi and Gaetano Roccaforte tells the story of Antigone, the daughter......more

A fascinating exploration of the ways in which music both reflects and is influenced by the natural world. Written by on......more

Orestes Les Érinnyes is a two-part drama that explores the complex Greek myth of Orestes and his pursuit for revenge aga......more

An indispensable reference book for lovers of opera, The Standard Operaglass provides detailed synopses, critical consid......more

This exuberant and lyrical opera, first performed in 1734 for the Spanish court, tells the story of the Roman emperor Ha......more

Antigono is a classic Italian libretto by Pietro Metastasio, set to music by Christoph Willibald Gluck. Featuring themes......more

Catone in Utica is an opera by Gaetano Andreozzi with music composed by Pietro Metastasio. The story is based on the his......more

Love in a Village is a comic opera that tells the story of a young couple, Rosetta and Young Meadows, who must navigate ......more

This classic reference work offers a comprehensive guide to the world’s best-loved operas. With detailed synopses of eac......more

This book is an opera written by Charles Coffey, John Mottley, Theophilus Cibber, and Thomas Jevon. It features music an......more

A charming one-act opera by the Italian composer Franco Leoni, Loracolo tells the story of a lovelorn young man who cons......more

A charming and hilarious opera in three acts, Suzanne’s Secret tells the story of a husband’s attempts to uncover his wi......more

This opera tells the biblical story of Samson and Delilah, with music by French composer Camille Saint-Saëns. The powerf......more

Experience the captivating story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal through this stunning libretto. James Barry’s powerf......more

El Capitan is a comic opera with music by John Philip Sousa and a libretto by Charles Klein. Set in 17th-century Peru, i......more

This book details the introduction of grand opera to Chicago during the 1850s. Its focus is on the career of soprano Lou......more

This book brings together the librettos for two of the most significant works of Italian opera, Zanetto and Cavalleria R......more

Originally composed and performed in French, Dolly is a charming and witty opera that tells the story of a young couple ......more

Originally performed in Paris in 1831, ’Zampa, or the Marble Bride’ is a popular opera with a beautifully crafted score.......more

This book is a guide to Richard Wagner’s famous opera cycle The Ring of the Nibelung. Translated by E. von Wolzogen, it ......more

This book provides an in-depth analysis of the great opera classics. The author examines each opera’s historical context......more

Heinrich Marschner was a prominent German composer of the early 19th century, known for his operas and other theatrical ......more

Fair Rosamond was a popular opera that debuted in London in 1837. The story is based on the legend of Rosamund Clifford,......more

Opera lovers rejoice! This volume contains a series of insightful essays on some of the greatest operas in history. From......more

Mexicana: A Mexican Comic Opera is a lighthearted and entertaining romp through Mexican culture and society. Clara Drisc......more

An indispensable reference book for lovers of opera, The Standard Operaglass provides detailed synopses, critical consid......more

This fascinating book provides an inside look at the world of opera in the early 20th century. Through personal intervie......more

This beloved Italian opera tells the story of a tragic love triangle set along the Seine River in Paris. Filled with lus......more

This grand and heroic opera was composed by Johann Heinrich Bonawitz and features libretto by Philip Haimbach. Set in Po......more

Princess Ida is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Sullivan and libretto by Gilbert. It satirizes feminist ideals ......more

This book is a collection of reminiscences about the Italian opera scene in England from 1773 to 1823. The author, Earl ......more

This delightful collection of opera stories is perfect for music lovers and literature enthusiasts alike. With synopses ......more

Experience the thrilling story of Samson and Delilah brought to life in this spectacular opera composed by Camille Saint......more

This fascinating book explores the impact of nationalism on opera composition in England during the 19th and 20th centur......more

Les Georgiennes is a delightful opera that is as funny as it is charming. Jacques Offenbach’s music is simply wonderful,......more

This book provides a fascinating account of the history of Christopher Columbus and his voyages to the New World. It tak......more

A compelling tale of love and betrayal set in the mythical world of ancient Greece. This opera tells the story of Ariadn......more

This book provides a detailed retelling of two of Richard Wagner’s most famous operas, Parsifal and Tristan and Isolde. ......more

This beautiful book presents the complete music and libretto of the beloved Italian opera, ’Martha’. Featuring a clear a......more

This operetta is a romantic and comedic romp set in 19th century Vienna. It tells the story of a young banker who falls ......more

This opera by American composer John Knowles Paine tells the story of Azara, a Spanish ambassador to the Paraguayan cour......more

This romantic opera tells the story of a young girl named Mignon and her journey of self-discovery. With music composed ......more

This is a beautiful and poignant opera that tells the story of Cleopatra’s last night before her death. The music is hau......more

Der Rosenkavalier is a comedic opera written by Austrian librettist Hugo von Hoffmansthal with music by Richard Strauss.......more

Beitrge Zur Kritik Des Lohengrin is a fascinating study of Richard Wagner’s Lohengrin. Written by musical scholar Ernst ......more

A comprehensive guide to some of the most famous operas ever written. Krehbiel provides detailed synopses of each work, ......more

A Trip to Africa is a delightful comic opera that follows the adventures of a group of travelers as they journey to the ......more

This delightful comic opera by Franz von Suppé follows the adventures of a young Bulgarian girl named Fatinitza as she t......more

This book proposes a plan for establishing an Italian opera company in London in the late 18th century. The author argue......more

This captivating opera tells the story of Azara, a brave warrior trying to save her people from the dangers of the Aztec......more

A Maid and a Myth is a charming operetta that tells the story of a young couple, who fall in love despite overwhelming o......more

This book is a collection of essays and critiques about famous European singers of the past. The authors, both experts i......more

One of Italian composer Giacomo Puccini’s early operas, Manon Lescaut tells the tragic story of a young woman’s ill-fate......more

This opera is a true masterpiece of the genre, featuring incredible music and a compelling story that will leave you bre......more

Originally performed in Paris in 1831, ’Zampa, or the Marble Bride’ is a popular opera with a beautifully crafted score.......more

This stirring opera tells the story of an ordinary woman living in Naples who is driven to extraordinary deeds by her lo......more

This Italian opera tells the story of Alfred the Great, the King of Wessex who fiercely defended his kingdom against inv......more

Follow the antics of Figaro and his friends in this beloved comic opera by Pierre Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais. With m......more