Although it is impossible to trace any particular theme running through the operas of Michael Tippett, the librettos of his four operas are fascinating to compa
Although it is impossible to trace any one particular theme running through the operas of Michael Tippett, the libretti of his four operas are fascinating to co
'A delight to read' Philip Pullman 'Essential reading ... a genuine landmark publication' Tom Service A BBC Radio 4 'Book of the Week' The music of the British
This Companion provides a wide ranging and accessible study of one of the most individual composers of the twentieth century. A team of international scholars s
A lifelong opera lover, Bernard Williams's articles and essays, talks for the BBC, contributions to the Grove Dictionary of Opera, and program notes for the Roy