Sing Me a Story: The Metropolitan Opera's Book of Opera Stories for Children
by Jane Rosenberg
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Author: Jane RosenbergIllustrator: Jane Rosenberg
Introduction: Luciano Pavarotti
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1996-03-19
ISBN: 0500278733
Number of pages: 160
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
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Book Review: For the Love of Opera.....
Summary: 5 Stars
The orchestra tunes, the audience is seated, a hush falls over the house as the the conductor raises his baton, the curtain opens, and the performance begins in all its splendor. The opera, a magnificent feast for the eyes and ears. Jane Rosenberg brings her writing and illustrating talents, her passion and love of opera to this marvelous collection. Hear the intriguing stories of Aida, La Boheme, Die Fledermaus, The Magic Flute, Pagliacci, The Tales of Hoffman, Amahl and the Night Visitors, Carmen, The Barber of Seville, The Daughter of the Regiment, L'Enfant et les Sortileges, Hansel and Gretel, Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg, The Love for Three Oranges, and Porgy and Bess. Each narrative is written in an easy to read and engaging style, and is full of history, mystery, drama, humor, and adventure. The scenes are painstakingly set, the action thrilling and well described, and the dialogue eloquent and easily understood. Ms Rosenberg's elegant and exquisite illustrations are rich in detail, capture the imagination, and send it soaring, and youngsters will visualize and appreciate the grandeur of the sets, scenery, and costumes. Together word and art bring each story to life in an original and fascinating way. Perfect for youngsters 10 and older, or as a read aloud for younger children, Sing Me A Story is a superb introduction to the magical world of opera that is sure to whet the appetite, and peak the interest of young and old alike.
Summary of Sing Me a Story: The Metropolitan Opera's Book of Opera Stories for Children
?Engaging. . . . The text and illustrations exude the glamour, passion, and lyricism of opera.??Publishers Weekly
Jane Rosenberg?s delightful retellings for children of the greatest operas?whether the tales are read as introductions to a opera or to relive a production already seen, art and text combine to give a clear understanding of plot, scene, and character. Young children in particular will enjoy reading the stories?or having them read?both as lovely fairy tales and to help them share in the magic of a real dramatic performance.Here are the gaiety of The Barber of Seville and the lavish spectacle of Aïda. Sets, costumes, and lighting are re-created to give the true flavor of authentic productions and to approximate, as fully as possible, the experience of attending the opera oneself. 44 illustrations, 29 in color
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