Giuseppe Verdi Book order (chronological)
Giuseppe Verdi was a pivotal figure in 19th-century Italian Romantic opera. His works, often characterized by melodramatic flair, achieved global acclaim, with many of his melodies deeply embedding themselves in popular culture. Despite occasional critiques for his melodic idiom, Verdi's masterworks continue to form the bedrock of the operatic repertoire.







Libretti, lettere
- 1004 pages
- 36 hours of reading
Aida
Stagione 2008-2009
The Emma Johnson Collection. Klarinette Solo.
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Reclams Universal-Bibliothek: La forza del destino
Version von 1869: Textbuch Italienische/Deutsch = Die Macht des Schicksals
- 143 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Einem lukrativen Auftrag der St. Petersburger Oper folgend, schuf Verdi das vieraktige Werk um romantisch-dramatische Beziehungsverwicklungen. Für die Erstaufführung an der Mailänder Scala änderte der Komponist die Fassung u. a. durch eine erweiterte Ouvertüre und einen versöhnlicheren Schluss. Die Ausgabe folgt dem Mailänder Libretto, der Anhang gibt zudem das Finale der ersten Fassung wieder.
Ernani
Teatro Filarmonico di Verona
Tutti i libretti di Verdi
- 556 pages
- 20 hours of reading
Aida. Partitura
- 437 pages
- 16 hours of reading
La Biblioteca de Ópera Black Dog es una forma popular e informativa de disfrutar de las grandes óperas. Cada libro de la serie incluye una historia de la ópera, una sinopsis de la trama y un libreto completo.
Requiem
Vocal Score
(Music Sales America). Verdi's Requiem , in an updated edition by Michael Pilkington. Scored for soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor and bass soli, SATB chorus and orchestra. Vocal score with piano accompaniment. Introduction in English, French, German and Italian. Latin text only. Verdi's only masterpiece which was not intended for the stage.
With his third opera "Nabucco," Verdi achieved his first major stage success, despite having considered giving up composing. The "Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves," "Va, pensiero, sull'ali dorate," is well-known among opera lovers and exemplifies how Verdi created some of his most expressive melodies when he felt compassion for the oppressed or humiliated. This book includes the Italian libretto and a common German translation, along with introductory comments that explore the musical and dramatic elements of the opera, highlighting its compositional structure and thematic connections. A brief summary of the plot and an overview of the opera's creation place the work within the broader context of the composer's oeuvre and biography, providing a comprehensive and richly illustrated introduction.
Ein Maskenball. Un ballo in maschera
- 219 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Die Macht des Schicksals. Textbuch
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Giuseppe Verdis "Macht des Schicksals" zählt zu seinen erfolgreichsten Opern, trotz eines komplexen Librettos voller Zufälle und Blutrünstigkeit. Dieses Buch bietet das italienische Textbuch mit deutscher Übersetzung, einführende Kommentare von Kurt Pahlen, eine Inhaltsangabe, die Entstehungsgeschichte und eine reich illustrierte Einführung.
Briefwechsel
- 780 pages
- 28 hours of reading
4 Pezzi Sacri
- 30 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Quatre pièces sacrées de Giuseppe Verdi, pour voix et piano. Texte en latin.
English National Opera Guide - 23: The Force of Destiny (La Forza del Destino)
- 116 pages
- 5 hours of reading
The English National Opera Guides were originally conceived in partnership with the English National Opera and edited by Nicholas John, the ENO's dramaturg, who died tragically in an accident in the Alps. Most of the guides are devoted to a single opera, which is described in detail—with many articles that cover its history and information about the composer and his times. The complete libretto is included in both the original language and in a modern singing translation—except where the opera was written in English. Each has a thematic guide to the most important musical themes in musical notation and each guide is lavishly illustrated. They also contain a bibliography and a discography which is updated at each reprint. The ENO guides are widely regarded as the best series of their kind and excellent value.
Der Troubadour. Il Trovatore
Peters-Textbücher
In "Simon Boccanegra," Verdi created one of his most distinctive and nuanced heroes in the figure of the Genoese Doge. The character's quest for political unity in Italy reflects Verdi's own contemporary concerns. The opera explores themes of power, betrayal, and the complexities of leadership, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal sacrifice. Through Boccanegra's journey, Verdi delves into the moral dilemmas faced by those in authority, making the work a profound commentary on the nature of governance and the human condition.
Otello je opera v čtyřech acte, která zkoumá témata žárlivosti, zrady a tragického osudu. Hlavní postavou je Otello, maurský generál, jehož láska k Desdemoně je zničena intrikami jeho podřízeného Jaga. Jagova manipulace a klamání vedou k tragickému vyvrcholení, kdy Otello podlehne svým pochybnostem a žárlivosti. Opera se vyznačuje silnými emocionálními výrazy a dramatickými momenty, které Verdi mistrně ztvárnil. Hudba je plná napětí a krásných melodií, které podtrhují psychologickou hloubku postav. Otello je považováno za jedno z nejvýznamnějších děl operní literatury a zůstává nadčasovým příběhem o lásce, zradě a tragédii lidské existence.
Verf. u. hrsg. v. Pahlen, Kurt. Mitarb. König, Rosemarie. Mit Abb. u. Notenbeisp. N.-A.
Don Carlos
- 318 pages
- 12 hours of reading
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Macbeth
- 195 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Een Schotse edelman heeft er alles voor over om koning te worden.
Rigoletto
Oper in vier Aufzügen
BThe lack Dog Opera Library presents Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto featuring Beverly Sills, Sherrill Milnes and Alfredo Kraus. A marriage of music and the written word in the most complete and popularly priced package yet produced, each of these sets includes a complete opera on two Angel/EMI compact discs, accompanied by the complete libretto in its original language and English translation with annotated commentary. Full-color photographs illustrate the history of the operas, and an entertaining text discusses the musical heritage of the composers, the music and the performances.
Dopisy italského hudebního skladatele, jenž byl jejich plodným pisatelem.
"Il Trovatore" is considered the epitome of romantic Italian opera. During Verdi's lifetime, it was one of his most popular works, quickly performed on stages after its premiere in 1853 in Rome. The opera is celebrated for its tumultuous and powerful music, which continues to captivate audiences today. The libretto, written by Salvadore Cammarano and based on the play "El Trovador" by Antonio García Gutiérrez, showcases themes of love, revenge, and the complexities of fate, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and familial conflict. The dramatic narrative unfolds through a series of intense and emotionally charged arias, duets, and choruses, making it a cornerstone of the operatic repertoire. The enduring appeal of "Il Trovatore" lies in its ability to convey deep human emotions through its rich musical landscape.
Macbeth
Oper in vier Akten
La Traviata
Violetta
Briefe
- 372 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Einführung in die Welt der Oper - Original-Libretto mit Übersetzung - Analyse und Kommentare für ein schnelles Verständnis - Übersetzung, Studie und Kommentar: Isidre Bravo
Verdi's Opera La Traviata: Containing the Italian Text, with an English Translation
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
This edition contains articles, a musical commentary and a full libretto in dual language.
Con l'opera buffa Falstaff, basata sul libretto del suo amico Arrigo Boito, Verdi conclude la sua vasta produzione operistica all'età di quasi 80 anni. Questa commedia musicale del maestro occupa un posto di rilievo nell'intera letteratura operistica. Nella conclusione, con la fuga "Tutto nel mondo è burla", si manifesta ancora una volta la grande arte compositiva di Verdi. Il libro presenta il testo italiano e una traduzione tedesca, accompagnati da commenti introduttivi di Kurt Pahlen. Questi commenti seguono lo sviluppo musicale e drammatico dell'opera, offrendo spunti sulla struttura compositiva e sul significato. Una breve sinossi e un riassunto della storia della sua creazione collocano l'opera nel contesto dell'intera produzione del compositore e della sua biografia, fornendo un'introduzione completa e riccamente illustrata.








































































