Berlioz: Roméo et Juliette

Julian Rushton

doi:10.1017/CBO9780511611643

Berlioz's 'dramatic symphony' Roméo et Juliette is regarded by many as his finest work; it is certainly among the most original. It is played less often than his earlier symphonies, because it requires solo voices and chorus; yet at its heart is some of the most inspired orchestral music of the nineteenth century. This book summarises the complex genesis of the work before examining the music closely and always with a view to understanding its dramatic implications. The early and later critical reception is quoted and discussed and Julian Rushton concludes by suggesting a way of hearing the work which recognises the value of its mixed genre. The complete libretto is provided in both English and French.

"...an excellent analysis of Berlioz's dramatic symphony for chorus, solo voices, and orchestra....Highly recommended for all collections as an insightful guide to this compex work." Choice

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List of abbreviations and acknowledgements
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1 - Introduction
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2 - The genesis of Roméo et Juliette
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3 - Berlioz, Shakespeare, and Garrick
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4 - Exordium: Introduction and Prologue; Roméo seul
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5 - The heart of the matter: Scène d'amour; La reine Mab
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6 - Tragedy and reconciliation: Convoi funèbre; Roméo au tombeau; Finale
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7 - A view from 1839 by Stephen Heller
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8 - Performance and reception: 1839 and beyond
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9 - Afterword: Roméo et Juliette as covert opera
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Frontmatter
pp i-vi

Contents
pp vii-viii

List of abbreviations and acknowledgements
pp ix-x

1 - Introduction
pp 1-6

2 - The genesis of Roméo et Juliette
pp 7-14

3 - Berlioz, Shakespeare, and Garrick
pp 15-20

4 - Exordium: Introduction and Prologue; Roméo seul
pp 21-34

5 - The heart of the matter: Scène d'amour; La reine Mab
pp 35-46

6 - Tragedy and reconciliation: Convoi funèbre; Roméo au tombeau; Finale
pp 47-59

7 - A view from 1839 by Stephen Heller
pp 60-69

8 - Performance and reception: 1839 and beyond
pp 70-79

9 - Afterword: Roméo et Juliette as covert opera
pp 80-86

Appendix 1
pp 87-90

Appendix 2
pp 91-101

Notes
pp 102-114

Select bibliography
pp 115-117

Index
pp 118-119

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