Abstract
An essay that surveys Grétry's output in the light of his modernity in selection of dramatic themes, treatment of drama and musical techniques, stressing the fact that his career was contingent upon the advances of his immediate predecessors in Paris such as Duni, Monsigny and Philidor.
| Translated title of the contribution | Grétry and the Founding of Modern Opera |
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| Original language | French |
| Title of host publication | Grandes journées Grétry |
| Subtitle of host publication | Musicien de Marie-Antoinette |
| Editors | Jean Duron |
| Place of Publication | Versailles |
| Publisher | Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles |
| Pages | 13-39 |
| Number of pages | 27 |
| ISBN (Print) | 2-911239-64-4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2009 |
| Event | A series of concerts featuring music by Grétry organised by the Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles - Palace of Versailles; Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris, France Duration: 4 Oct 2009 → … |
Conference
| Conference | A series of concerts featuring music by Grétry organised by the Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles |
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| Country/Territory | France |
| City | Paris |
| Period | 4/10/09 → … |
Keywords
- Grétry, opera, France, modernity