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The Oxford Handbook of Faust in Music' testifies to the spectacular impact the Faust theme has exerted over the centuries. The handbook's three-part organization enables readers to follow the evolution of Faust in music across time and stylistic periods, suggesting that these musical compo...

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Other Authors: Fitzsimmons, Lorna, 1957- (Editor), McKnight, Charles, 1949- (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : Oxford University Press, 2019.
Series:Oxford handbooks online.
Subjects:
Faust > (Legendary character) > Drama > History and criticism.
Faust > (Legendary character) > Songs and music > History and criticism.
Music > 19th century > History and criticism.
Music > 20th century > History and criticism.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:The Oxford Handbook of Faust in Music' testifies to the spectacular impact the Faust theme has exerted over the centuries. The handbook's three-part organization enables readers to follow the evolution of Faust in music across time and stylistic periods, suggesting that these musical compositions are not mere retellings of the story, but contribute significant insights of their own.
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations (black and white).
Audience:Specialized.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780199983650 (ebook) :
DOI:10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199935185.001.0001