Stories of seventy grand operas by victor talking machine company creator online at alibris. The victor book of the opera by victor talking machine co. The victor book of the opera 1912 edition open library. Victor august herbert february 1, 1859 may 26, 1924 was an american composer, cellist and conductor of irish ancestry and german training. The ideal of opera fifty years ago was that of quiet, unaffected sweetness, and the composer in his maritana achieved that quality to perfection. Feb 08, 2021 the phantom of the opera 1925 by rupert julian related portals. For 75 cents, record buyers could learn the plots and production histories of the most popular operas of the day, enjoy illustrations of favorite singers in costumes, and most importantly, have in hand a list of victor records, with catalog numbers, of excerpts from each opera. According to publicity, this was the first film produced by metro at their new studios in new york. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. Book, the victor book of the opera 1938 third printing ebay. Stories of one hundred and twenty operas with seven hundred illustrations and descriptions of twelve hundred victor opera records by samuel holland rous goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. The first of six operas by wallace, the work is often cited as an inspiration for a plot device in gilbert and sullivan s comic opera the yeomen of the guard in which a man weds a woman while awaiting execution in prison, escapes and, while he is disguised, the couple falls in love. Mar 01, 2014 the song by lindsey stirling, the images are from.
Many contemporary artists are represented, including popular singers, opera stars, instrumentalists, band leaders. Victrola book of the opera articles and essays national jukebox. The victrola or victor book of the opera was an ingenious strategy to promote sales of victor label discs of opera excerpts. Australian technology in advertisements, 1864 to 1915. The book of the opera and the ballet and history of the opera. Adoramus te jesu christe victor matrix cs021657, take 1a was recorded by augustana college choir. A 1st edition 1912 the victor book of the opera includes stories of seventy grand operas with 300 illustrations.
Trove is a collaboration between the national library of australia and hundreds of partner organisations around australia. This edition was published in 1912 by victor talking machine co. The first to the third and ninth editions were published under title. The victor book of the opera, in 1915, called the opera beloved for its tunefulness and its sentimental music. Be the first to ask a question about the victor book of the opera lists with this book. The victor book of the opera this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Frances alda between 1915 and 1920 george grantham bain collection library of congress. Book, the victor book of the opera 1938 third printing. There are flaws and stains on cover and outside pages. From the victrola book of the opera by samuel holland rous victor talking machine company,camden, n.
The victor book of the opera by samuel holland rous. Eaglefieldhull, a dictionary of modern music and musicians dent, london 1924. This book, which is a monstrous, painstaking, and indepth look into the making and history of the 1925 film starring lon chaney, is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best examples ive seen of someone translating their love for a subject into a fantastic and informative treatise. Stories of the opera published by the victor talking machine. Published in editions between 1912 and 1976, the victrola or victor book of the opera was an ingenious strategy to promote sales of victor label discs of opera excerpts. With its intricate descriptions of opera synopses spanning the length and breadth of the repertoire, the victor book of the opera is a valuable reference for both operatic cognoscenti, and those. Kobbe, the complete opera book putnam, london 1935. May 24, 20 from the victor book of the opera, third revised edition, 1915. Piaf lived mainly in belleville, paris, with her father. The victrola book of the opera 1929 edition open library. Joan kenney professor of economics at professor of opera. This book, which is a monstrous, painstaking, and indepth look into the making and history of the 1925 film starring lon chaney, is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best examples ive seen of someone. The publication of the victrola book of the opera cleverly combined the companys business canny with a tone of altruism.
The victor book of the opera hardcover january 1, 1915 customers who viewed this item also viewed special offers and product promotions product details. The fourth edition, 1917, and at least one subsequent edition were published under the name of samuel holland rous. Naxos historical music label naxos historical recordings and. The phantom of the opera 1929 rerelease reconstruction. He was also prominent among the tin pan alley composers. Edith piaf was a french singersongwriter, cabaret performer and film actress noted as frances. The book of the opera and the ballet and history of the. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. The phantom of the opera by philip riley the phantom library. Although herbert enjoyed important careers as a cello soloist and conductor, he is best known for composing many successful operettas that premiered on broadway from the 1890s to world war i.
The victor book of the opera 3rd revised edition, 1912, 19, 1915. This book addresses the important economic and public health policy issues that serve as the. Stories of one hundred and ten operas with sevenhundred illustrations and descriptions of twelvehundred victor opera records hardcover january 1, 1915 by samuel holland rous author, etc opera stars, opera scenes illustrator. Victor records, may 1915 first 1915 edition high ridge books, inc. The phantom of the opera 1925 film wikisource, the. By david shengold victor derenzi has put sarasota opera on the map. Inspired by events that happened at the paris opera in the mid19th century. Stories of the opera published by the victor talking machine company from 1912 1976. The victor book of the operarca manufacturing company, inc. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far.
Victor book of the opera 1912 edition victor talking machine on. Background and context bizet was asked to write a new work for paris operacomique, which for a century had specialized in presenting light moralistic pieces in which virtue is ultimately rewarded. Stories of one hundred and ten operas with sevenhundred illustrations and descriptions of twelvehundred victor opera records. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. He was the son of victor alphonse gassion 18501928 and leontine louise. The victor book of the opera 1912 hc 300 illustrations stories of 70 operas q1. Victrola book of the opera articles and essays national. The victrola book of the opera 19 the public domain. The victor book of the opera by victor talking machine company 1912. An early catalogue listing all of victors offerings. Stories of one hundred and ten opera s with sevenhundred illustrations and descriptions of twelvehundred victor opera records. The phantom of the opera by gaston leroux free ebook.
Fully describes 700 victor opera record up to 1912. Illustrated with numerous blackandwhite photographs, reproduction of artwork and description of various operators. We have new and used copies available, in 2 editions. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. Book has previous owners name on the first page, heavy discoloration, and shelf wear otherwise good. For 75 cents, record buyers could learn the plots and production histories of the most popular operas of the day, enjoy illustrations of favorite singers in costumes, and most importantly, have in hand a list of victor records, with catalog numbers, of excerpts from. Book vs movie the phantom of the opera 1925 book vs. The phantom of the opera 1925 film wikisource, the free. For each opera included in the book, after the title there is a list of credits and a brief history of its production, the cast, a summary by act and scene, interrupted by bold face type listing arias from each scene available as victor recordings. The phantom of the opera 1925 a universal superproduction.
Media in category victor book of the opera this category contains only the following file. The 1919 edition of the victrola book of the opera describes more than 110 operas, and is reproduced here as an interactive digital facsimile. Inspired by events that happened at the paris opera in the mid19th century, including a secret underground lake that was used for. Arturo toscanini, conductor of the metropolitan opera. In wonderful condition for its age with very little wear its full of photos and information on many different operas. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library.
The victor book of the opera 3rd,10th edition, 1915,1936. This work is in the public domain in the united states of america, and possibly other nations. The victor book of the opera 0671200542 by simon, henry. This recording was issued in july 1925 on victor 35753, matrix cve318743 and cve318754. Details about the victor book of the opera 1912 hc 300 illustrations stories of 70 operas q1. The victor book of opera carries on the proud tradition of operatic synopsis compendiums with a rich array of historic photos and recording references. The victor book of the opera 3rd revised edition, 1912, 19, 1915 good condition. Stories of one hundred and ten operas with sevenhundred illustrations and descriptions of twelvehundred victor opera.
506 126 589 183 94 369 1065 739 1118 1312 203 759 413 1217 1137 815 1366 1007 1405 47 46 1256 842 1084 940 533 591 830 1079 1370 1221 305 1190 1470 896 1312 78 338