Tragédie en un prologue et cinq actes-The first version of Dardanus which was performed at the end of 1739 was composed apparently in only six months and marks a particularly productive phase in Rameau s career. In a period of only six years five of his major works were performed at the Académie Royale de Musique in Paris.The theme is taken from Greek mythology: The opera describes the war between Teucer (the future founder of Troy) his Phrygian people and the army of Dardanus.A milestone of French Baroque opera in a performance practice orientated vocal score.
SKU: BA.BA08868-01
ISBN 9790006569656. 33.5 x 26 cm inches. Text Language: French. Preface: Sylvie Bouissou. Text: Leclerc de La Bruère, Charles-Antoine.
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