100 opera
The book 100 Operas is a guide through operatic creativity, intended for a wider audience. Turkalj, a Croatian musicologist, critic and opera director, presents a selection of one hundred operas from the world and Croatian repertoire, including classical
The collection includes famous foreign operas such as Verdi's Aida, Puccini's La Bohème and Mozart's The Magic Flute, as well as Croatian operas, such as Gotovac's Ero s onoga svijeta.
Each opera is treated in detail: Turkalj provides a synopsis of the plot by act, introduces readers to the main characters, the history of the work's creation and significant arias. In addition, he analyzes the musical character and context, along with biographical information about the composers.
The book's uniqueness lies in its simple but informative style, adapted to both beginners and opera lovers. Turkalj emphasizes the artistic and cultural importance of operas, often emphasizing their relevance and connection with the audience.
The value of the book lies in promoting Croatian operatic heritage alongside world classics, making it a useful manual for understanding operatic art. Turkalj's work reflects his passion for music and his desire to make opera accessible to everyone.
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