The Magic Flute Opera Guide

First performed in Vienna in 1791, The magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte) remains one of Mozart's most popular operas. Combining fairy-tale fantasy, humour and profound ideas, it continues to enchant audiences of all ages.

This guide explores the opera's origins, music and performance history through essays by Nicholas Till, Julian Rushton and Hugo Shirley. It also includes the complete German libretto with a facing English translation by Kenneth Chalmers, including dialogue often omitted in performance.

• Featuring illustrations, a musical thematic guide, discography, bibliography, and DVD and website recommendations, this is an ideal companion for anyone wishing to deepen their appreciation of Mozart's beloved masterpiece.
• Also Includes: Die Zauberflöte and the Enlightenment by Nicholas Till, The Music of Die Zauberflöte by Julian Rushton and A Selective Performance History by Hugo Shirley.
• Paperback book with 256 pages, size 12 x 0.6 x 19 cm

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