From Idomeneo to Die Zauberflote: A Conductor's Commentary on the Operas of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

This is the first book by an experienced conductor to explore the orchestra's contribution to Mozart's greatest operatic works: Idomeneo, Die Entführung aus dem Serail, Die Schauspieldirektor, Le nozze di Figaro, Don Giovanni, Così fan tutte, La clemenza di Tito, and Die Zauberflöte. It is written for the concert and opera going public who are interested in enlarging their knowledge and appreciation of these masterpieces, but also contains many practical suggestions for aspiring conductors. T…