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Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde": An Essay on the Wagnerian Drama

By George Ainslie Hight
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The essay offers a guided introduction to the Wagnerian drama, combining biographical context, critical history and close musical and textual analysis of Tristan und Isolde. It surveys Wagner criticism and theoretical writings, traces German musical antecedents and variants of the Tristan myth, explains the composer's conception and answers common objections, and argues for music as a vehicle of expression. Practical chapters examine harmonic language, leitmotivic diction and the opera's text-music relations. Written for newcomers, it urges a shift in listening habits to apprehend Wagner's aims and stresses clarity of musical expression over fashionable misconceptions.

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George Ainslie Hight

George Ainslie Hight was a scholar and writer known for his contributions to the understanding of opera and drama. His notable work, "Wagner's 'Tristan und Isolde': An Essay on the Wagnerian Drama," explores the complexities of Richard Wagner's operatic masterpiece, delving into its themes, structure, and cultural significance. Hight's analysis reflects a deep engagement with the intricacies of Wagner's work, positioning him as a thoughtful commentator in the realm of music and literature. Through his writings, Hight has contributed to the appreciation of Wagner's influence on the dramatic arts.

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