On music and drama
Book • 1992
'Music and Drama' is another of Richard Wagner's key writings where he details his theories about the synthesis of music and drama in opera.
Wagner articulates his concept of Gesamtkunstwerk, where music and drama are inseparable and work together to create a unified artistic expression.
He explores the relationship between poetry, music, and stagecraft, arguing that they should be integrated to enhance the dramatic impact.
Wagner criticizes traditional opera for prioritizing musical form over dramatic content and proposes reforms to create a more authentic and emotionally engaging experience.
The essay serves as a manifesto for Wagner's revolutionary approach to opera and his vision for the future of musical theatre.
Wagner articulates his concept of Gesamtkunstwerk, where music and drama are inseparable and work together to create a unified artistic expression.
He explores the relationship between poetry, music, and stagecraft, arguing that they should be integrated to enhance the dramatic impact.
Wagner criticizes traditional opera for prioritizing musical form over dramatic content and proposes reforms to create a more authentic and emotionally engaging experience.
The essay serves as a manifesto for Wagner's revolutionary approach to opera and his vision for the future of musical theatre.
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