This edition of Wagner's magnificent lyric opera reproduces the original 1845 full orchestral and vocal score as slightly amended in 1847. Included is the ballet music for Act One written for the 1861 Paris production. Considered the standard version, it is improved with clear, modern engraving and l... read more
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This edition of Wagner's magnificent lyric opera reproduces the original 1845 full orchestral and vocal score as slightly amended in 1847. Included is the ballet music for Act One written for the 1861 Paris production. Considered the standard version, it is improved with clear, modern engraving and large, legible notations for easy reading and study.
Reprint of the C. F. Peters, Leipzig, n.d. edition.
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