Der Fliegende Hollander/The Flying Dutchman

Der fliegende Hollander is the first of Wagner's operas that the author considered to be representative of his mature style. The Dutchman embodies one of the major themes that recur throughout Wagner's work, that of a central character seeking redemption from a loving woman.

About the author

Richard Wagner (1813 - 83) was a composer who drew inspiration from Christian and Nordic mythology, as well as the philosophy of Schopenhauer, to pioneer dramatically new forms of music. His concept of the "Total Artwork" led to the construction of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house he designed specifically for productions of his own operas. He also wrote widely on music and art. His operas include Tristan und Isolde, Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg and the four parts of Der Ring des Nibelungen.

Summary

Der fliegende Hollander is the first of Wagner's operas that the author considered to be representative of his mature style. The Dutchman embodies one of the major themes that recur throughout Wagner's work, that of a central character seeking redemption from a loving woman.

Product details

• Authors: Richard Wagner
• Publisher: Tragalgar Square
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.06.2012
• EAN: 9781847495495
• ISBN: 978-1-84749-549-5
• No. of pages: 170
• Series: Overture Opera Guides; Opera Guides (Overture); Overture Opera Guides; Opera Guides (Overture)
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Music > Monographs