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"Caritas" relates the 'true', yet largely undocumented story Christine Carpenter, a 14th-century anchoress who moves towards insanity as her desire for a divine revelation continues to be unfulfilled after a period of three years locked in her cell. Although physically isolated, she is aware of the worldly life and love that she has abandoned. The very essence of the drama is the dogmatic refusal of her Bishop to release her from her vows. Set against the backcloth of the Peasants' Uprising (1381), the libretto/play juxtaposes sacred and secular worlds, the relative power and servitude of rulers and serfs, and the terrifying ordeal of Christine who is caught between the inflexibility of the established church and her personal religious expectations. Such a narrative was to offer rich opportunities for musical characterization and evocation of the historical context of the action, as well as substantial challenges in pacing and integrating the sequence of dramatic 'snap-shots' that culminate in a scene of total despair. The colourful juxtaposition of secular life and that of a recluse in Act One culminates in a Second Act finale of immense dramatic power in which Saxton's vocal and instrumental writing reaches new heights - a landmark both in his output and in late 20th century opera. "Caritas" - first performed in 1991 - occupies an important position in Robert Saxton's output and, as Thomas argues, in British opera during the closing decades of the 20th century. Thomas provides a detailed contextual setting in which to evaluate "Caritas", as well as presenting an analytical commentary on the structure, musical language, instrumentation, staging and production of the opera. Thomas concludes with a reflection on the reception of "Caritas" as well as looking forward to Saxton's later and future works. A CD of the first performance is included.

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Zařazení knihy Knihy v angličtině The arts Music Music: styles & genres

• Plný název: Robert Saxton: Caritas
• Autor: Wyndham Thomas
• Jazyk: Angličtina
• Vazba: Pevná
• Počet stran: 200
• EAN: 9780754666011
• ISBN: 0754666018
• ID: 04680960
• Nakladatelství: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Hmotnost: 498 g
• Datum vydání: 05. September 2012

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