Susan L. Porter (Author) – With an air debonair: Musical theatre in American 1785-1815 (Book – Hardcover)

Description Condition: Very Good Plus (VG ) Publisher : Smithsonian Description: Editorial Reviews From Library Journal Even before reading this record, one is struck by the beautiful layout and clarity of reproductions found within. This most comprehensive piece of research fills a scholarly gap on the early history of musical theater in the United States. Not just a chronicler of musical theater, Porter (music history, Ohio State Univ.) provides fascinating information on all aspects of 18th-and 19th-century musical production: personnel, technical effects, musical composition, and orchestra. In addition to the very readable text, this work provides lengthy appendixes pertaining to musical works and performances, as well as a fine bibliography and index. The subject makes this book seem destined for academic libraries, or public libraries with strong collections in music, theater, and U.S. history, but its readability and quality make it worthy of interest to many general readers. This is highly recommended. – Diane H. Albosta, Episcopal High Sch. Lib., Alexandria, Va. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.