Tosca in Full Score (Dover Vocal Scores) [Paperback]

Giacomo Puccini (Author), Opera and Choral Scores (Author)

Book Description

Series: Dover Vocal Scores | Publication Date: June 16, 1992

One of the most performed and recorded operas of all time, this intense drama revolves around lust, revenge, and betrayal. It is noted for its sumptuous musical scoring and two of opera’s most famous arias, "Vissi d’arte" and "E lucevan le stelle." Reprinted from the authoritative full-score edition published shortly after the opera's 1900 premiere. Lay-flat binding.

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Amazon.com Review

Here is one of Puccini's greatest hits, in an affordable version for complete orchestra. This story of love, art and death in Rome during the Napoleonic wars is today considered a classic for such arias as "Vissi d'arte" (I lived for art; I lived for love), but at its premiere in 1900 it was denounced as "a shabby little shocker," for things like Baron Scarpia's lechery and Tosca's termination of him with extreme prejudice. Be aware that Dover's scores are reprints from other companies that are now out of copyright; that means that they're older versions, and lack such amenities as English translations.

Language Notes

Text: English, French, Italian --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 436 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications (June 16, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 048626937X
• ISBN-13: 978-0486269375
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #743,439 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #26 in Books > Arts & Photography > Music > Theory, Composition & Performance > Sheet Music & Scores > Composers > Puccini

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect melding of music and drama., September 24, 1998

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This review is from: Tosca in Full Score (Dover Vocal Scores) (Paperback)

It was once said that Puccini's "La Boheme" was all music and no drama, while "Tosca" was all drama and no music. Yet, at least to modern listeners, "Tosca," with its resonating themes, its incredible orchestrations, and its compelling story line of love, lust, loyalty, and betrayal continues to fascinate. The full score will aid the discerning listener in enjoying the scope of Puccini's genius as music and drama come together in a breathtaking rush of melody, aria, and incredible pathos. One of opera's most detestable, yet evilly engaging, villains, Baron Scarpia, stalks with regal ominousness. Floria Tosca sings one of the most poignant arias, "Visa d'arte. Visa amore." And as the plot thickens, the listener is carried to new heights of musical drama as the lovers plan their escape. But Scarpia's evil hand reaches from beyond the veil of death to thwart their flight to love and freedom. Puccini's orchestrations, his soaring melodies, and his sense of place and time have thrilled audiences for generations. Enjoy it again with the full score, and your favorite recording!

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love the entire Black Dog Opera Library Series, August 21, 2003

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"debbbs" (Camano Island, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tosca (Black Dog Opera Library) (Hardcover)

Complete music on 2 cds, unabridged libretto, history of composer, the specific opera, historical performances...What else could you ask for for under $$$! AND you end up getting so much more out of the performance when you know the story to the music. You spend less time reading the sub-title screen and more time enjoying the performance. (Not to mention you can be a "smarty pants" and share the operas history with other patrons.)

I wish they had more than 14 operas in this collection. Also great for the opera collection is "The Book of 101 Opera Librettos" also by Black Dog.

Black Dog? Are you reading this? I want more

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you like Tosca, you'll love this book, December 25, 2000

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Juan C. Guerra Gonzalez (New York, NY, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tosca in Full Score (Dover Vocal Scores) (Paperback)

The score in this book is perfect, it's a copy of an Ricordi Edition, if you are a conductor you can use it, don't confuise with the comment of the hardcover edition, the hardcover dosn't have the full score of the opera only this book. it's a good edition, if you like this opera buy this book.