Rosina by William Shield Score - Sheet Music
By William ShieldEdited by John DrummondFirst published in 1998Pages: 172Format: PaperbackDimensions (mm): 330 x 254 x 15Weight: 0.973kgA retelling of the biblical story of Ruth in a rural north-of-England setting, Rosina was Shield's fourth opera, and was a considerable success at its premiere on the last day of December, 1782. Rosina's importance lies in its musical charm, its content (which includes borrowed and original vocal numbers), and in its status as the only English opera of the period for which orchestral parts survive.The full performing material for this opera is available for rental.
Details
Summary
- Format:
- Score
- Item types:
- Physical
- Artist:
- William Shield
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Shipping Weight:
- 2.69 pounds
Detailed Description
SKU: ST.MB72
Composed by William Shield. Edited by John Drummond. Library Volumes. Edited by John Drummond. First published in 1998. Pages: 172. Format: Paperback. Dimensions (mm): 330 x 254 x 15. Score. Stainer & Bell Ltd. #MB72. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.MB72).ISBN 9780852498446.
Edited by John Drummond
First published in 1998
Pages: 172
Format: Paperback
Dimensions (mm): 330 x 254 x 15
Weight: 0.973kg
A retelling of the biblical story of Ruth in a rural north-of-England setting, Rosina was Shield's fourth opera, and was a considerable success at its premiere on the last day of December, 1782. Rosina's importance lies in its musical charm, its content (which includes borrowed and original vocal numbers), and in its status as the only English opera of the period for which orchestral parts survive.
The full performing material for this opera is available for rental.
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