Why does opera love the Bible? Cover Image

Защо операта обича Библията?
Why does opera love the Bible?

Author(s): Natalia Afeyan
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Education, Fine Arts / Performing Arts, Music, Higher Education
Published by: Нов български университет
Keywords: The Bible; opera; drama; libretto

Summary/Abstract: When did Bible enter the realm of Opera? Which stories and characters are welcome on an operatic stage and how do they change? What determines the affinity of composers and librettists? Is there a specific biblical dramatism cherished by the operatic authors? How does a musical interpretation revampbiblical characters and plots on the stage? The report is an attempt to answer some of these questions.