Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Livres

After the first act, the Elector loudly exclaimed "Bravo!" - not knowing if he could stay much longer, so the aria and the storm scene had to be performed at the beginning of the second act. Following this, he again expressed his approval in the friendliest manner, laughingly remarking, "One would not think that something so great could be contained in such a small head." This reflects the remarkable creativity and emotional depth of "Idomeneo," an opera that explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and the struggle between personal desire and responsibility. Set in ancient Crete, the story follows King Idomeneo, who, after surviving a storm at sea, vows to sacrifice the first living being he encounters upon his return. This leads to a series of dramatic conflicts involving love, betrayal, and divine intervention, ultimately culminating in a powerful resolution that examines the nature of leadership and the burdens it carries. Mozart's masterful score enhances the emotional and thematic richness of the narrative, making "Idomeneo" a significant work in the operatic canon.

« La folle journée ou Le mariage de Figaro » est une pièce de théâtre de Pierre Augustin Caron, dit Beaumarchais, qui a fait sensation à Paris au début des années 1780. Dans cette « suite » du « Barbier de Séville », Beaumarchais critique de nombreux abus de l'absolutisme en France. Bien que le librettiste de Mozart, Lorenzo Da Ponte, n'ait pas pu reprendre le sujet avec toute sa mordant, il a néanmoins réussi à créer un livret pétillant, sublimé par la musique unique de Mozart. L'œuvre explore des thèmes tels que l'amour, la classe sociale et la lutte pour la liberté, tout en mettant en avant des personnages mémorables et des intrigues complexes. Les événements se déroulent sur une seule journée, où les quiproquos et les rebondissements s'enchaînent, révélant les tensions entre les classes sociales. Cette œuvre emblématique est une réflexion sur la condition humaine et les relations interpersonnelles, marquée par l'esprit et l'humour de son époque.

C'est l'histoire d'un prince et d'une princesse dans laquelle les méchants ne sont pas ceux qu'on croit. Une histoire de dragon, aussi, d'homme-oiseau, de petits génies, de clochettes et de flûte enchantée. Une histoire d'amour soumis à de rudes épreuves où chacun ressort grandit. Et toute la musique flamboyante du plus doué des compositeurs : Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. L'interprétation exceptionnelle des plus beaux extraits de La Flûte enchantée par "Mes Arts florissants", la présentation claire et concise de l'histoire par Thierry Beauvert et les illustrations tout en finesse et en poésie d'Aurélia Fronty permettent aux enfants de 7 à 10 ans de découvrir à leur tour l'opéra le plus célèbre du monde. Et aussi des documents pour apprendre, des partitions pour chanter les plus grands airs de l'opéra et des jeux pour s'amuser. 1 heure de musique sur un CD audio exceptionnel.

Piquante, farfelue, émouvante, comique ou mélancolique, l'histoire des Noces de Figaro se devait d'être restituée dans son effervescence par la plus talentueuse des plumes. Timothée de Fombelle raconte avec une belle vivacité le jeu de cache-cache amoureux des personnages, dans lequel la musique de Mozart révèle merveilleusement les émotions et l'expression des sentiments. La narration vivante de Laurent Stocker, l'élégance et l'énergie des illustrations d'Olivier Balez contribuent à la beauté de ce grand classique. Et aussi des documents pour apprendre, des partitions pour chanter et des jeux pour s'amuser...

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A selection of Mozart's letters, translated into English, complete with notes, linking commentary and chronology.

Over 100 works of the well-known Edition Eulenburg series of scores from orchestral and choral literature, chamber music and music theatre are now available in digital format. You can now enjoy the yellow study scores digitally with one click in excellent reproduction quality.Über 100 Werke der berühmten Edition Eulenburg Partiturreihe für Orchester- und Chorliteratur, Kammermusik und Musiktheater sind nun auch in einer digitalen Aufbereitung erhältlich. In optisch hervorragender Darstellung kann man die gelben Studienpartituren mit einem Klick jetzt auch digital genießen.

Mozart's "Don Giovanni," since its Prague premiere in 1787, has become one of the most performed and beloved operas, rooted in the age-old figure of the "womanizer." The character of the impulsive Don Juan has been a subject of exploration and discussion throughout the ages. The audience's identification with this stage figure contributes to its success. Beyond this, the opera's enduring appeal in performances is attributed to the combination of a sophisticated libretto by Da Ponte and Mozart's distinctive music. This book includes the libretto along with introductory comments by Kurt Pahlen, who provides insights into the musical and dramatic events of the opera, addressing compositional structure and thematic connections. A brief summary of the plot and an overview of the work's genesis place it within the broader context of the composer's oeuvre and biography, offering a comprehensive, richly illustrated introduction.

When Carrie Bradshaw in the "Sex and the City" movie began reading Love Letters of Great Men, millions of women wanted to get their hands on the book. Although the book Carrie was reading from was not real, the letters are-including the Beethoven one quoted by Mr. Big at their wedding ceremony. Here are the actual love letters for you to enjoy and treasure! "These letters express such heartfelt emotions and the bliss of new love... I finally realized how men experience love and it is especially beautiful!" - Rebecca of Amazon (Top 500 Reviewer) Featuring: A helpful background sketch for every writer and love letter Nearly 70 photographs of the letter authors and their lovers Most popular and best-selling Love Letters book-thousands of copies sold every year!!! Written by these Great Men: John Adams, Sullivan Ballou, Honor� de Balzac, Ludwig Van Beethoven Napoleon Bonaparte, Robert Browning, Robert Burns, Lord Byron, Winston Churchill John Constable, Alfred Duff Cooper, Pierre Curie, Scott F. Fitzgerald, Nathaniel Hawthorne Henry VI of France, Victor Hugo, James Joyce, Franz Liszt, Jack London, Mozart, Robert Peary Edgar Allen Poe, Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Robert Schumann, Dylan Thomas, Mark Twain Vincent Van Gogh, Voltaire, Woodrow Wilson

'They wanted me to give a concert; I wanted them to beg me. And so they did. I gave a concert.' A selection of personal correspondence between Mozart and his most important mentor and supporter, his father. Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin's 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). Mozart's work available in Penguin Classics is Mozart: A Life In Letters.

Featuring the scores for Mozart's "Minuets" 1-6, this volume showcases the composer's early works created between 1762 and 1789. Recognized for his remarkable talent from a young age, Mozart's prolific output includes over 600 compositions, many regarded as masterpieces. This collection is ideal for pianists interested in exploring Mozart's music, and it is part of the Classic Music Collection, which offers authoritative editions of beloved classical works for musicians and students globally.

The four horn concertos, composed by Mozart between 1783 and 1791, stand out as iconic pieces in the horn repertoire. Renowned for their technical challenges, these works are cherished by both horn players and audiences alike, celebrated for their exquisite beauty and elegance.

(Piano). Mozart's best-known opera is now available in the popular series Get to Know Classical Masterpieces with colorful illustrations, explanations about the composer, the opera, persons and contents of the story. Easily playable piano settings of selected arias and choruses enable the music lover to become better acquainted with the work. Also suited for music lessons.

(Vocal Score). Italian only, with an introductory plot synopsis in English.

What was Mozart really like? Wild? Sublime? Responsible? Fun-loving? Bright? Foul-mouthed? Reading these sparkling new translations of Mozart's letters, we learn in his own words that he was all of these and much more. Here is the composer at his most intimate and unguarded, expressing his feelings about life, love, music and the world around him.

(Music Sales America). These 142 pieces by the masters of piano literature date from the second half of the 17th century to the present day.

This Urtext edition of Mozart's variations for piano is drawn from the first editions of the works as well as the contemporary handwritten copies of the works. The term Variationen was given as a title to all pieces. Information concerning the origin of the theme of the given work can be found in the index. Notes on the sources are also included.