Death by Opera, Paperback

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..".it is the evident quiet approbation which best pleases me It is apparent that this opera is rising rapidly and steadily in estimation." -- Moza...

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Contributor(s): Author: William BergerDo you cringe when your opera-loving friends start raving about the latest production of Tristan? Do you feel...

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