| 单词 | Meyerbeer |
| 例句 | Giacomo Meyerbeer and Jacques Offenbach - the noms de plume, in fact, of two German Jews originally named Jacob - took the Paris opera world by storm in the 1830s and ’40s. The Story of Music 2012-12-25T00:00:00Z In her first season in Hanover, Berman scored a hit with Halévy’s religious potboiler “La Juive” — which, like Meyerbeer’s grand operas, faded from the repertory by the early 20th century. Reawakening the Antichrist (and Other Lost Opera Gems) 2022-01-28T05:00:00Z In Meyerbeer's French gothic extravaganza the sisters are dead anyway, summoned from their cloistered graves by the devil to engage in the lust and debauchery they always longed for. Robert le diable; Basca awards; Queen's Medal for Music – review 2012-12-09T00:07:19Z Though he sang a little cautiously, Mr. Peake has the tenor goods, and he brought a warm, ringing and expressive voice to arias from Verdi’s “Macbeth” and Meyerbeer’s “Africaine.” Music Review | Grand Finals Concert of the Metropolitan Opera?s National Council Auditions: A Chance to Listen to the Future at the Met 2010-03-15T21:54:00Z Perhaps Wagner had it in mind when charging Meyerbeer with creating “effects without causes.” Music: 'Les Hugenots,' Making Operatic History Again 2011-06-21T11:21:41Z While the recitatives look back to the 18th century, other passages anticipate Berlioz and the grand opera of Meyerbeer. Two Centuries Later, a Composer Gets a Second Look 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z Grand operas by Meyerbeer are now treated as curiosities, yet during his lifetime they were ubiquitous. How a Forgotten Opera Made a Big Comeback 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z For encores, Oropesa unleashed her true operatic chops gloriously on a Meyerbeer aria, then finished with a reprise of the Poulenc patter song. Soprano delivers a seemingly effortless performance at UDC theater 2017-03-12T05:00:00Z By that time the city’s operatic tastes were shifting toward Meyerbeer’s epic spectacles, which Rossini dismissed as “the big.” The Puzzle of Rossini?s Brief Career 2011-07-03T02:00:06Z “I keep a mental picture of Meyerbeer,” he said, referring to the once ubiquitous and now rarely heard 19th-century composer, “just to remind myself: Here today, gone tomorrow.” John Adams, an American Master at 75 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z She also cultivates 18th- and 19th-century operatic repertoire from Mozart to Meyerbeer, at prominent houses such as Zurich Opera and the Paris Opera. Lea Desandre Gives a Modern Voice to Early Music 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z Or consider their remarkably similar reactions to the phenomenon of Parisian grand opera: their early envy of Meyerbeer, and the lasting impressions that his musical drama had on their attempts at high grandeur. Wagner and Verdi: A harmony of opposites 2013-06-20T09:15:00Z Wagner may have had the French grand operas of Meyerbeer in mind when he wrote “Rienzi,” but the score exudes Italianate style. Music Review: Wagner?s ?Rienzi? From Opera Orchestra at Avery Fisher Hall 2012-02-01T00:07:03Z But it faded after Saint-Saëns’s death in 1921, along with large swaths of that once revered composer’s work and much of 19th-century French opera more generally, from Meyerbeer to Massenet to Gounod. Music Review: Leon Botstein Conducts ‘Henry VIII’ at Bard Festival 2012-08-20T21:49:34Z She has since returned to the Met in Meyerbeer’s “Juive” and Donizetti’s “Puritani,” and in the premiere of Tan Dun’s “First Emperor,” opposite Mr. Domingo. Elizabeth Futral at Lincoln Center Festival and Glimmerglass 2012-07-18T21:49:41Z Absent for eight decades, Giacomo Meyerbeer’s grand opera “Les Huguenots” returned in triumph to the Opéra de Paris. Notable Performances and Recordings of 2018 2018-12-06T05:00:00Z Why is this opera, admired by Berlioz and Wagner, and a crucial resource to Verdi, Meyerbeer and many others, so seldom heard? Music Review: A Return to Rossini?s Days of Yesteryear 2011-07-10T21:37:45Z The influence of French grand opera, the tradition that Meyerbeer kickstarted, went far beyond the world of theatre, and Johnson has selected songs that show how seminal it was. This week's new live music 2012-12-29T00:06:11Z Vocally, several spectacular arias, hazardous unaccompanied passages and bold, effective choruses remind us why Meyerbeer was a vital figure in the development of French grand opera. Robert le diable; Basca awards; Queen's Medal for Music – review 2012-12-09T00:07:19Z If Giacomo Meyerbeer is remembered at all these days, it is for his grand operas, larger-than-life tragic works that profoundly influenced Richard Wagner. CD reviews: Eschenbach and Goerne take on somber Brahms 2016-08-03T04:00:00Z The production marks the beginning of a Meyerbeer cycle at the opera house, where new productions of “The Huguenots” and “The Prophet” will be staged over the next two years. What's on This Week Around the World 2015-10-02T04:00:00Z In her opening set of four Meyerbeer songs, her high notes edged toward shrillness. The George London Foundation Series, Featuring Angela Meade 2015-01-12T05:00:00Z But "Robert" makes for a long evening - five acts spread over more than four hours - and Meyerbeer's music is only fitfully inspired, to put it kindly. Review: Meyerbeer's rare 'Robert' staged in London 2012-12-13T11:21:08Z He was correct to be proud of what he had achieved: an imposing operatic spectacle that avoids Meyerbeer’s bloated heroics and Massenet’s often fussy decorations, not to mention the grand-opera overkill that smothers Wagner’s “Rienzi.” ‘Saint-Saëns and His World’ at Bard 2012-07-20T17:08:16Z Her first was “L’Enfant de la montagne,” published when she was just 19 in a collection organized by Meyerbeer, Paganini and Cherubini. A Queen of 19th-Century Opera Gets New Attention 2021-07-16T04:00:00Z Renoir and Degas painted the operatic world of Gounod, Meyerbeer and Bizet. LPO Music in the Courtyard - programme notes 2012-08-29T21:53:45Z What’s missing is the gritty scenic detail that would correspond to Meyerbeer’s fugues of sectarian fury. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z Finding no success in his native country, Meyerbeer went to Italy, where he composed five operas heavily influenced by Rossini. Review: Soprano Diana Damrau makes her case for Meyerbeer 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z Jews were purged from orchestras and the work of Jewish composers such as Mendelssohn and Meyerbeer was banned. "The Death of Klinghoffer": Let the Show Go On 2014-10-22T04:00:00Z Wagner was known to despise Meyerbeer, a Jewish-born German contemporary who wrote a number of grand operas that are today far less well known that Wagner's own works. Crazed Israeli protester disrupts Wagner symposium in Jerusalem 2013-12-17T23:13:10Z Covent Garden skimps in its production of Meyerbeer's "Robert Le Diable," which historically has wowed audiences as a grand production and which Chopin called a "masterpiece." IHT Rendezvous: IHT Quick Read: Dec. 19 2012-12-19T07:22:25Z The same fate befell the remainder of Meyerbeer’s output and dozens of other works in the grand-opera genre. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z Damrau, long fascinated by Meyerbeer, writes in album notes that she admires “above all his ability to enter into the spirit of different national styles of music.” Review: Soprano Diana Damrau makes her case for Meyerbeer 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z The introductory allegro is devoted to some tympani thumps—� la Meyerbeer—and some blaring fanfares which terminate in a loud, blatant theme. Franz Liszt 2012-05-22T15:16:50.923Z One was the illustrious Meyerbeer, who composed and conducted the coronation ode, which thus became almost his swan-song, his latest notes before death. Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches 2012-04-01T02:00:10.050Z She had the courage—and the wisdom—to write that one of his Tiny Preludes contained more genuine music than much of Meyerbeer's mighty Trumpetings. Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z The self-styled artist of the future launched his career with Meyerbeer’s assistance. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z Meyerbeer, in his highly but sometimes almost grotesque orchestral effects, has approached the very verge of burlesque music such as Rossini, in the little opera referred to, deliberately wrote. The Great Musicians: Rossini and His School 2012-01-11T03:00:28.790Z His Valse Infernale is more than a daguerreotype from Meyerbeer's Robert. Franz Liszt 2012-05-22T15:16:50.923Z The terrible scene immediately suggests a blaze of orchestral chords, seething strings, and shrieking brass, a style in which Meyerbeer delighted. Stars of the Opera 2011-11-29T03:00:15.563Z And Meyerbeer ruled the world of music when she said this. Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z In the early eighteen-forties, Wagner was full of praise for his mentor: “Meyerbeer wrote world history, a history of hearts and feelings; he destroyed the shackles of national prejudice.” The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z But with the exception of Meyerbeer's Africaine and Donizetti's Favorita, no leading operatic part has for the last fifty years or more been written for the contralto voice. The Great Musicians: Rossini and His School 2012-01-11T03:00:28.790Z Graun died on the 8th of August 1759, at Berlin, in the same house in which, thirty-two years later, Meyerbeer was born. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 4 "Grasshopper" to "Greek Language" 2011-11-28T03:00:19.517Z The singer who attains Wagner must at the same time keep up her Mozart, Beethoven, Gl�ck, Rossini, Meyerbeer, and Bellini. Stars of the Opera 2011-11-29T03:00:15.563Z Meyerbeer's son-in-law, a Baron of good lineage, was calling on me, and a correspondent from The London Daily Telegraph, whom I had met socially and not professionally, happened to be present. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z Indeed, Meyerbeer was one of music’s great cosmopolitans: a German Jew who honed his art in Italy before making his name in France. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z Meyerbeer made use of the instrument in the scene of the resurrection of the three nuns in Robert le diable. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 2 "Gloss" to "Gordon, Charles George" 2011-10-31T02:00:28.703Z Meyerbeer and other celebrated musicians had begged Victor Hugo to make an opera of Notre-Dame de Paris, but he had steadfastly declined all such proposals. Victor Hugo: His Life and Works 2011-10-07T02:00:23.887Z The few unmistakable reminiscences of Mendelssohn do not detract from this any more than does the undoubted influence in many places of Meyerbeer. Masters of French Music 2011-09-14T02:00:49.960Z The only restriction is that it shall not be expressed in the stentorian orchestration of a Meyerbeer, nor in the heart-rending tragedy of a Wagner. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z Yet Wagner should not be given sole blame for Meyerbeer’s eclipse. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z It may have been this which Meyerbeer noticed. Garcia the Centenarian And His Times Being a Memoir of Manuel Garcia's Life and Labours for the Advancement of Music and Science 2011-09-05T02:00:19.693Z Meyerbeer and Berlioz composed the music for the song which was sung at the supper given by the Princess Negroni. Victor Hugo: His Life and Works 2011-10-07T02:00:23.887Z The form in which "Faust" was composed did not tend to differ in any appreciable degree from that adopted by Meyerbeer, with the exception that certain Italianisms and concessions to the vocalist were dispensed with. Masters of French Music 2011-09-14T02:00:49.960Z The Meyerbeer craze was then at its height. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z In the early scenes, Meyerbeer maximizes the local color and the popular flavor that bourgeois audiences expected from grand opera. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z His principal claim to fame, however, is the fact that he was chosen by Meyerbeer to create the bass rôle in "L'Etoile du Nord," while he won special renown in the "Seraglio," of Mozart. Garcia the Centenarian And His Times Being a Memoir of Manuel Garcia's Life and Labours for the Advancement of Music and Science 2011-09-05T02:00:19.693Z A person with dull auditory organs can never appreciate music, and whatever his talents otherwise may be, can never become a Meyerbeer or a Mozart. The Moral and Intellectual Diversity of Races With Particular Reference to Their Respective Influence in the Civil and Political History of Mankind 2011-08-19T02:00:11.867Z The influence of Meyerbeer is strongly marked here, although the music lacks the dramatic force which is so prominent in the works of the composer of the "Huguenots." Masters of French Music 2011-09-14T02:00:49.960Z Even the opera, which liked the larger framework of five acts when Scribe was writing librettos for Hal�vy and Meyerbeer, is now content with only three, since Wagner revealed his skill as a librettist. A Book About the Theater 2011-07-21T02:00:23.843Z Meyerbeer worked on a huge canvas, giving the impression that history itself was invading the stage. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z The next year brings the production of Meyerbeer's "L'Africaine" at Covent Garden, and of Gounod's "Mock Doctor" by the Royal English Opera Company. Garcia the Centenarian And His Times Being a Memoir of Manuel Garcia's Life and Labours for the Advancement of Music and Science 2011-09-05T02:00:19.693Z The piece was extremely interesting, but its historical situations took me along the road already travelled by Meyerbeer. My Recollections 2011-07-16T02:00:14.973Z Meyerbeer fared badly at the hands of Mendelssohn, Schumann, and Wagner. Masters of French Music 2011-09-14T02:00:49.960Z Meyerbeer, Rossini, and Donizetti are not the names of Frenchmen; and the operas of these and other foreign composers are constantly given in the Rue Lepelletier. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 372, October 1846 2011-06-29T02:00:23.750Z We tend to describe such immensities of scale as Wagnerian, but that would be an insult to Meyerbeer’s originality. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z On the 23rd of last month there was brought out 'Il Crociato in Egitto,' the new grand opera of Meyerbeer, a composer whose name was completely unknown in this country only a few weeks ago.... Garcia the Centenarian And His Times Being a Memoir of Manuel Garcia's Life and Labours for the Advancement of Music and Science 2011-09-05T02:00:19.693Z He has, it may be said, only one b�te noir, the blatant and flamboyant Meyerbeer. A Day with Robert Schumann 2011-06-21T02:00:28.690Z This was indeed a relief to me, as nearly every seat in the theatre had been sold, Meyerbeer's romantic opera not having been performed in Philadelphia for some twenty years. The Mapleson Memoirs, vol I 1848-1888 2011-05-20T02:00:28.363Z The Academy of Sciences gave a banquet in his honor, the king, royal family, and ministers assisted, and Meyerbeer composed a Cantata for the occasion. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z Even before the voices enter, Meyerbeer has evoked religion’s fraught grip on the human psyche. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z In 1842, the year in which Massenet was born, Meyerbeer's opera "Le Prophète" was finished, which was destined not to be produced at the Grand Opera House till seven years later. Garcia the Centenarian And His Times Being a Memoir of Manuel Garcia's Life and Labours for the Advancement of Music and Science 2011-09-05T02:00:19.693Z Meyerbeer, who was present, could not believe it possible that the string had really broken. Lives of Poor Boys Who Became Famous 2011-04-26T02:00:23.677Z He was a famous teacher also, Weber and Meyerbeer being his best pupils. Shakespeare and Music 2011-04-01T02:00:29.867Z He came to Paris, a Jew: as Meyerbeer, Heine, Grisi, Rachel, and the long luminous list of contemporary artists who have made fame in Paris, are Jews. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z Meyerbeer’s ramming together of otherworldly bliss and genocidal rage is uncanny in effect. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z On June 15 Herr Lindblad arranged an interview with Meyerbeer, and Jenny Lind sang for him the aria from "Roberto" and from "Norma." Garcia the Centenarian And His Times Being a Memoir of Manuel Garcia's Life and Labours for the Advancement of Music and Science 2011-09-05T02:00:19.693Z The porter then took me into the courtyard and pointed out the room which Meyerbeer occupied, calling my attention to the fact that his window and mine almost faced each other. Memories of a Musical Life 2011-03-10T03:00:45.530Z This work was a dead failure, its chief faults—noisiness and an amalgamation of different styles, from Meyerbeer to Verdi—being so prominent that it was only performed a few times. Shakespeare and Music 2011-04-01T02:00:29.867Z Meanwhile the representation of "L'Africaine" went on with all the effect which is given to a Meyerbeer opera in Paris. Boris Lensky 2011-03-07T03:00:10.233Z There is no evidence that Meyerbeer saw the massacre of the Huguenots as an allegory of anti-Semitic violence; there is also no reason to reject such a reading out of hand. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z Whilst there Fräulein Wagner was a great favourite with the royal family, and frequently sang in private for Frederick William IV. and his Queen, being generally accompanied by Meyerbeer. Garcia the Centenarian And His Times Being a Memoir of Manuel Garcia's Life and Labours for the Advancement of Music and Science 2011-09-05T02:00:19.693Z Moreover, I did not realize that at the end of the century, "Le Proph�te," the work which Meyerbeer was then rehearsing, would still be in the repertory of every first-class opera-house. Memories of a Musical Life 2011-03-10T03:00:45.530Z Meyerbeer was best known as an operatic composer. Chopin The Story of the Boy Who Made Beautiful Melodies 2011-01-22T03:00:15.747Z Les Huguenots is considered Meyerbeer's best work, and the duet in the fourth act is of immense dramatic force. Woman's Club Work and Programs First Aid to Club Women Meyerbeer’s operas have been experiencing a gradual comeback in Europe, but they are still rarely staged in America. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z One of the stories current concerning the two masters was this:— Rossini was going along the Boulevards with a friend, when they met Meyerbeer, and exchanged cordial greetings. Fragments of an Autobiography But she also sang both parts of Isabella and Alice in Meyerbeer's "Robert the Devil" in the most admirable manner. Memories of a Musical Life 2011-03-10T03:00:45.530Z In London this opera was produced on July 22d, and Lucca sang the part for which Meyerbeer had selected her, as she also did at Berlin. Famous Singers of To-day and Yesterday Halévy belongs with Meyerbeer, for one reflected the other. Woman's Club Work and Programs First Aid to Club Women Diana Damrau, a Meyerbeer specialist, was to have sung the coloratura part of Marguerite, but she cancelled in August, for health reasons. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z "And how is your health, my dear Maestro?" asks Meyerbeer. Fragments of an Autobiography At a certain concert the audience was very enthusiastic over a Meyerbeer March, I think it was, which his orchestra had just played, and which Von Halson, director for the opera, had also recently played. Harper's Round Table, August 13, 1895 Under Meyerbeer's supervision she gained splendid triumphs and was appointed court singer for life. Famous Singers of To-day and Yesterday Meyerbeer, born in 1791, though of German birth, spent most of his life in Paris. Woman's Club Work and Programs First Aid to Club Women The vanishing of Giacomo Meyerbeer’s once inescapable grand opera “Les Huguenots” is a mystery of musical history—almost a crime in need of solving. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z He would speak in very appreciative terms of Meyerbeer, but he did not seem displeased when disparaging remarks on the works of his rival were made. Fragments of an Autobiography And the very fact of Germany ringing a few years later with the names of Meyerbeer and Hal�vy made matters worse instead of mending them. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections Her repertoire included about thirty operas, mostly of the Italian school, though she also sang in the operas of Meyerbeer and Gounod, and others. Famous Singers of To-day and Yesterday Meyerbeer contributed an overture in march form, in which three marches were blended in one, the whole culminating in “Rule Britannia.” The Standard Cantatas Their Stories, Their Music, and Their Composers Meyerbeer represents those binding forces with a complex network of recurring melodic shapes, harmonic relationships, rhythmic patterns, and instrumental timbres—a system that helped inspire Wagner’s use of leitmotifs. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z It was the musical culture of Europe that pronounced Wagner the inferior of Mendelssohn and Meyerbeer. Landmarks of Scientific Socialism "Anti-Duehring" At the sight of that beautiful set of the cloister of Sainte-Rosalie, where the nuns rise from their tombs, at the effect produced by the weird procession, Meyerbeer came up to V�ron. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections "L'Africaine" was produced in Paris on April 28, 1865; but Meyerbeer never witnessed its performance in public, for he was seized with illness on April 23d of that year, and died on May 2d. Famous Singers of To-day and Yesterday Meyerbeer was a man of one idea, and that idea was music. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 As the Meyerbeer scholar Robert Letellier observes, blessing has been “reversed to its dark side of malediction.” The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z While he was in Berlin, Meyerbeer became one of his pupils. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" The curtain rose upon the fourth act, and what did Meyerbeer behold? An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections Her engagement at Paris was due to Meyerbeer, and her success was such as to draw praise even from the extremely critical Berlioz. Famous Singers of To-day and Yesterday Meyerbeer thus could have heard his two styles of composition exemplified in the same night. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Wagner also condemned Meyerbeer for producing “effects without causes”—a dubious accusation from a composer who has an earth goddess rise on a stage elevator to spout exposition. The Dark, Prophetic Vision of Giacomo Meyerbeer 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z A fortunate circumstance, the return of Meyerbeer to Paris, even gave promise that the work might secure a hearing at the grand opera. Life of Wagner Biographies of Musicians At Dr. V�ron's advent, Meyerbeer's "Robert le Diable" was, what they call in theatrical parlance, "underlined," or, if not underlined, at least definitely accepted. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections On the following day Meyerbeer called at her hotel and offered Mlle. Famous Singers of To-day and Yesterday Meyerbeer returned home in a very unpleasant frame of mind, and told his troubles to the friend with whom he lodged. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 What other composer, besides Handel, Haydn, Mozart—yes, and also Beethoven—Gluck, Meyerbeer, Verdi, Puccini, so doted on the box-office? Ivory Apes and Peacocks Through Meyerbeer’s influence it was then accepted in Berlin. Life of Wagner Biographies of Musicians And he would willingly have paid for it, because Meyerbeer was not only very rich, but very generous. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections But since then Meyerbeer has composed operas for her; Germany, Sweden, England have set the seal upon her reputation: we can add nothing to it. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Vol. 26, October, 1880 Among the papers of Weber was found, after his death, one bearing the title, "Cantata, written by Weber for the Birthday of Vogler, and set to Music by Meyerbeer." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 The Old Believers become as much of a bore as the Anabaptists in Meyerbeer; the intrigue of the second plan not very vital; but as a composition it is more finished than its predecessor. Ivory Apes and Peacocks He remained there four weeks, for Meyerbeer was there taking sea baths, and his Parisian introductions were of the highest importance. Life of Wagner Biographies of Musicians In spite of his world-wide reputation, even at that time, Auber was as modest about his work as Meyerbeer, but he had more confidence in himself than the latter. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections But however that may have been, Meyerbeer's music was certainly characteristic of its composer. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces In 1811 a still greater excitement disturbed the serenity of Meyerbeer's period of study. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 His success had been still more marked in the third act of Meyerbeer's masterpiece. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories Meyerbeer recommended him to the director of the Renaissance Theatre and besides acquainted him with artists of note. Life of Wagner Biographies of Musicians Meyerbeer virtually acknowledged that but for David's scores, so replete with the poetry of the Orient, he would have never thought of such a subject for one of his operas. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections Mendelssohn was always displeased when the extraordinary likeness between himself and Meyerbeer was-164- commented upon. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces "What do they say of me there?" asked Meyerbeer, after the first salutations. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 The allegro appassionato of the inter-act is played as usual, with a majestic deliberation which would have made Meyerbeer frantic, and all the majesty of which was appreciated by the Quiquendonian dilettanti. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories Heine and his associates formed the literary centre, but even more effective in its influence was Meyerbeer’s grand opera. Life of Wagner Biographies of Musicians One thing is certain, that "L'Africaine" was discarded, if ever it was offered, and would never have been thought of again but for Meyerbeer's intense and frankly acknowledged admiration of F�licien David's genius. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections Rossini, with all the mean vanity of a small artist, one whose principal claim to fame lay in large dreams, declared that Meyerbeer was a "mere compiler." Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces Biographers already differ about the date of Meyerbeer's birth, some asserting that it took place in 1791, while the majority agree that the day was September 5, 1794. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Think of Meyerbeer and his fifteen hours of daily work; of Mozart's incessant study of the masters, and his own eight hundred compositions in his short life; of Mendelssohn's nine years elaboration of Elijah. The History of Dartmouth College Meyerbeer always seemed to me a grand old charlatan who should have run a modern show in New York. Aladdin of London or, Lodestar The reader will see that he does not neglect an opportunity of giving a sarcastic lash or two, in passing, to Meyerbeer, for whose music he has a great contempt. The Essays of "George Eliot" Complete Meyerbeer was a Jew, and the most helpful friend Richard Wagner ever had, yet Wagner was so little of a Jew that he did not know the meaning of appreciation and gratitude. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces The "Huguenots" was the next opera, and it was produced only after infinite delays; indeed, just before the rehearsal, Madame Meyerbeer fell ill, and her husband decided to convey her to Italy. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 It suffices to mention Meyerbeer and Offenbach, representatives of two widely divergent departments of the art. Jewish Literature and Other Essays Among those whose career was but beginning were Jacob Meyerbeer, a fellow pupil with Weber under Abbé Vogler at Vienna, and Felix Mendelssohn, the precocious pupil of the famous pianist Moscheles. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) Meyerbeer "played brilliantly" at the age of six. Are the Effects of Use and Disuse Inherited? An Examination of the View Held by Spencer and Darwin Instead, he hated Meyerbeer and his music intensely. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces It is not intended here to enter into a critical or scientific analysis of Meyerbeer as a composer. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Meyerbeer, it is said, was also weak in counterpoint and fugue. The Merry-Go-Round He was welcomed to the intimacy of men like Liszt, Berlioz, Meyerbeer, Bellini, Balzac and Heine. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) The Abbot was a famous musician and organist, the teacher of Meyerbeer. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 85, November, 1864 Meyerbeer's generosity of spirit in regard to the greatness of another is shown in this anecdote: Above all music, the Jew best loved Mozart's, just as Mozart loved Haydn's. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces At that time the composer of "Semiramide" was at the height of his popularity, and Meyerbeer heard "Tancredi," and for the first time felt the delicious fascination of Italian melody. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Liszt, Heine, Meyerbeer, Bellini and other famous men, as well as famous women, were his personal friends. The Pianolist A Guide for Pianola Players Meyerbeer's "Huguenots" In France, great strides had been made in music, art and literature. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) It is to Costa that Meyerbeer owes his English reputation. The Standard Oratorios Their Stories, Their Music, And Their Composers Among Meyerbeer's eccentricities was one that cannot be labelled erratic. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces In 1827 Meyerbeer married, and retired from public life for a while. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Her questioner was Baron Korff, a son-in-law of Meyerbeer, who, charmed by her originality, remarked that she and Lassalle were made for one another. Immortal Memories Giacomo Meyerbeer, whose real name was Jacob Beer, surpassed the success of his "Robert le Diable" with his greatest opera "Les Huguenots," produced on February 20, at the Paris Opera House. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) In the operas of Meyerbeer many passages occur in which it is necessary to readjust the syllables to the notes on account of their misplaced accent. Style in Singing Meyerbeer put into practice the Wagnerian theories, which may have been one reason, aside from the constitutional artistic reasons, why Wagner hated him. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces Carl Maria and Meyerbeer were the "cronies" of the little school. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Among the chief mourners at Chopin's funeral was Meyerbeer, who, though German by birth and training, passed the most important years of his life in Paris, as did the gifted Pole. Among the Great Masters of Music Scenes in the Lives of Famous Musicians He was the favorite of a circle of friends Liszt consisting of Meyerbeer, Bellini, Berlioz, Liszt, Balzac, and Heine. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) Meyerbeer, as I have been informed by competent authorities, was constantly modifying his compositions. Style in Singing Meyerbeer was born "to the purple," to a properly conducted life, and yet he laboured with tremendous vim. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces In this critical Bavarian capital Meyerbeer made his first appeal to public favor as an operatic composer,—and failed. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 When the villains entered the banquet-hall to arrest their dupe, they all perished in the flames of the burning palace.—Meyerbeer, Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook, Vol. 3 She was able to impersonate and create rôles of the most diverse nature, ranging from the lightest of Italian heroines to the most dramatic characters of Meyerbeer. Woman's Work in Music I also went once to the pit of the Covent Garden Italian Opera, to hear Meyerbeer’s Huguenots, of which I had only heard bits on the Pianoforte. Letters of Edward FitzGerald in two volumes, Vol. 1 Meyerbeer's father was a rich Jewish banker, Jacob Beer, of Berlin. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces Meyerbeer had good sense, and with a modesty perhaps more unusual in a musician than in any one else, he was disposed rather to blame himself than the public. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Besides a crowd of lesser names they have produced among composers Mendelssohn, Meyerbeer, and Halévy, and among contemporary performers Rubinstein, Joachim, Hermann Levy, and Lucca. Historical and Political Essays Up to the time of his going to Paris, Meyerbeer had figured as an Italian composer in grace of melody, German in his harmony, and now he became a French composer in refinements of rhythm. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present Meyerbeer is a man of Genius: and works up dramatic Music: but he has scarce any melody, and is rather grotesque and noisy than really powerful. Letters of Edward FitzGerald in two volumes, Vol. 1 Upon one occasion when-165- Meyerbeer was dining with some friends, a question arose about Mozart's place among composers. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces Personally, Giacomo Meyerbeer had many characteristics which were not inviting. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Wagner had been to the opera in Paris and knew his Meyerbeer; but even Wagner could not distance Meyerbeer. Old Fogy His Musical Opinions and Grotesques It was to consult him that young Wagner undertook his journey to Paris, bringing with him his splendid spectacular opera "Rienzi," quite in the Meyerbeer vein. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present Meyerbeer introduced the bugle in B flat in his opera Robert-le-Diable in the scene of the resurrection of the nuns, and a bugle in A in the fifth act. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" As to musicians, Mendelssohn and Meyerbeer are the only ones in his list whose eminent kinsmen achieved their success in other careers than music. Applied Eugenics The line of procession, led by a band playing extracts from Meyerbeer's music, passed the Opéra Comique and the Grand Opéra, both of which were dressed in black. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 We recognized our Meyerbeer disfigured by clumsy, heavy German treatment. Old Fogy His Musical Opinions and Grotesques His favorite composer in opera just then was Meyerbeer. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present The trios recall Meyerbeer; the cantata "Ruth," with which this his first period of composition closes, has a sweetness of the sort afterward identified with the name of Massenet. Musical Portraits Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers The much-written-of Promenade de Meyerbeer is close at hand, and a stroll beneath the trees before or after lunch will be enjoyed, for the surroundings are charming and romantic. The Gourmet's Guide to Europe After that night Meyerbeer had to pay no more money to get his operas on the stage. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Gounod's "Faust," Weber's "Euryanthe," and most of Meyerbeer's operas, if given without cuts, would last over four hours. Chopin and Other Musical Essays Opposition to his tyranny culminated in 1842 by his dismission from the directorship, Meyerbeer being his successor. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present Even Meyerbeer taught Wagner something more than the use of certain instruments, the bass-clarinet, for instance. Musical Portraits Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers Halevy and Meyerbeer should be indicted as the assassins of his once beautiful voice. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 61, No. 376, February, 1847 Meyerbeer has promised on his return to Berlin to write a German opera. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 Meyerbeer is said to have conducted, but this has been contradicted. The Loves of Great Composers Whereupon Meyerbeer wrote the impassioned duet, since so celebrated, and which in fact is generally recognized as one of the most suitable, not to say most effective, incidents of the whole opera. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present During the greater part of the nineteenth century, Rossini and Meyerbeer dominated the operatic world. Musical Portraits Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers Wagner had abused Meyerbeer for doing what he did himself—writing operas stuffed with spectacular effects. Visionaries Then again we find him preparing the path to the hearts of the public for Berlioz, Schumann, Wagner, Robert Franz, and Meyerbeer. Scientific American Supplement, No. 312, December 24, 1881 The composers who wrote operas for the generation that witnessed Adelina Patti's début at the Academy of Music, in New York, were Bellini, Donizetti, Verdi, and Meyerbeer. How to Listen to Music, 7th ed. Hints and Suggestions to Untaught Lovers of the Art Meyerbeer's operas follow the lead of Spontini in their fondness for military glory and spectacle. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present After all, it was not the fact that they were "homeless" as Wagner pretended, that prevented the company of Meyerbeers and Mendelssohns from creating. Musical Portraits Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers The choicest songs of Schubert, Mendelssohn, Gordigiano, and Meyerbeer were interpreted by his art with an intelligence and poetry which gave them a new and more vivid meaning. Great Singers, Second Series Malibran To Titiens It was then new, although it has since been repeated to satiety, and even noted down as an obbligato division by Rossini, Meyerbeer, and others. Great Singers, First Series Faustina Bordoni To Henrietta Sontag Nearly all of these singers, even those still living and remembered by the younger generation of to-day, exploited their gifts in the operas of Rossini, Bellini, Donizetti, the early Verdi, and Meyerbeer. How to Listen to Music, 7th ed. Hints and Suggestions to Untaught Lovers of the Art This feature in the work, most likely, was the one chiefly concerned in preventing its acceptance at Paris under Meyerbeer's direction. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present For, like Meyerbeer, convinced of the worthlessness of their feelings, they manufactured spectacles for the operatic stage, and pandered to a taste which they least of all respected. Musical Portraits Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers At the close of the Paris season she proceeded to Vienna, where her artistic gifts were highly appreciated, and thence to Berlin, where Meyerbeer was then engaged in composing his "Proph�te." Great Singers, Second Series Malibran To Titiens In the year 1817 Rossini, Meyerbeer, and Paganini were at Rome during Carnival time, and the trio determined on a grand frolic. Great Violinists And Pianists Rossini, Meyerbeer, Weber, Schumann—in a word, the representatives of the most diverse schools of composition—bowed equally before this great name. Great Italian and French Composers Wagner was very much influenced by Meyerbeer in all his earlier works, particularly in the matter of splendid appointments for the stage. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present His influence, however, was very great, and the traditions of the great maestro's art have been kept alive in the works of his no less great disciples, M�hul, Cherubini, Spontini, and Meyerbeer. The Great German Composers Viardot's name is, perhaps, more closely associated with the music of Meyerbeer than that of any other composer. Great Singers, Second Series Malibran To Titiens He lived to be the friend of Mendelssohn, Meyerbeer, Liszt, and Wagner. Great Violinists And Pianists He showed himself here worthy of companionship with Rossini and Meyerbeer. Great Italian and French Composers With all the splendid brilliancy of Meyerbeer's music, there is something insincere about it. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present Meyerbeer could not restrain his tears when speaking of him. The Great German Composers Meyerbeer had kept it in his portfolio for years, awaiting the time when Mme. Great Singers, Second Series Malibran To Titiens There he had an interview with Meyerbeer, after his memorable sea journey. Stories of the Wagner Opera I. Few great names in art have been the occasion of such diversity of judgment as Giacomo Meyerbeer, whose works fill so large a place in French music. Great Italian and French Composers This opera he had written on a large scale in the hope of pleasing Meyerbeer, whose influence at Paris was very strong at this time. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present In spite of Meyerbeer's efforts in its favor, this work was rejected, and laid aside for some years. The Great German Composers Meyerbeer perhaps smiled in his sleeve at the project, but he interposed no objection, and indeed went behind the scenes to congratulate her on her success during the night of the first performance. Great Singers, Second Series Malibran To Titiens When offered in Munich and Leipsic the critics pronounced it ‘unfit for Germany,’ but, upon Meyerbeer's recommendation, it was accepted at Berlin, although no preparations were made for its immediate representation. Stories of the Wagner Opera Meyerbeer, a man of handsome private fortune, like Mendelssohn, made large sums by his operas, and was probably the wealthiest of the great composers. Great Italian and French Composers They are brilliant, martial, vigorous and spectacular, and the legitimate predecessors of the Meyerbeer grand operas. A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present At the age of seventeen he became the pupil of the great teacher Abb� Vogler, under whose charge also Meyerbeer was then studying. The Great German Composers The panegyrics of the two great German composers, Mendelssohn and Meyerbeer, were swollen into the most flowing language. Great Singers, Second Series Malibran To Titiens One year later, when in Paris, Wagner submitted detailed sketches for this work to the Director of the Opera, to whom Meyerbeer had introduced him. Stories of the Wagner Opera The "Swan of Pesaro" was a warm admirer of Meyerbeer, though the latter was a formidable rival, and his works had largely replaced those of the other in popular repute. Great Italian and French Composers At this time Meyerbeer was reigning at the Opera. Musicians of To-Day If we fail to recognize Meyerbeer’s genius, we are not only unjust but also ungrateful. Musical Memories Wagner had ability, and Meyerbeer, far from helping him, had ingeniously dug a trap to keep a possible rival quiet. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas But after Meyerbeer found such a centre in Paris, all other Germans, including Wagner, looked to Paris for fame. Critical and Historical Essays Lectures delivered at Columbia University This led Meyerbeer to compose the weird ballet music which is such a characteristic feature of "Robert le Diable." Great Italian and French Composers In spite of the changes of taste and the campaign of the press, the Opera has remained to this day as it was in the time of Meyerbeer and Gounod and their disciples. Musicians of To-Day But he attacked Meyerbeer, violently, for his bad taste and Italian tendencies, entirely forgetting that when Mozart, Beethoven, and Weber did work for the stage they were strongly drawn towards Italian art. Musical Memories His own account is that he liked them; and it is significant that during this period he heard Meyerbeer's Robert the Devil. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas Even with Piccini and Gluck, and down to Rossini and Meyerbeer, this nationalism was infused into the foreign product. Critical and Historical Essays Lectures delivered at Columbia University Thus Gluck was a German, as also was Meyerbeer, while Cherubini and Spontini were Italians. Great Italian and French Composers He has poetry in his soul, and strives to write operas; but his admiration wavers between Gluck and Meyerbeer. Musicians of To-Day We must say something of the genesis of Meyerbeer’s works, for in many instances this was curious and few people know about it. Musical Memories When he reached Boulogne he stayed there a month for the sake of the sweet company of Meyerbeer—which seems not a little funny to-day. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas Even nowadays, this seeming contradiction between theory and practice is to be found, I think, in the French successors of Meyerbeer. Critical and Historical Essays Lectures delivered at Columbia University "So much the worse, then, for the fourth act of the 'Huguenots,'" said Meyerbeer, furious at the clumsy compliment paid to his own work at the expense of his idol. Great Italian and French Composers Before long, however, it rivalled the earlier work in popularity, and is now generally looked upon as Meyerbeer's masterpiece. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Meyerbeer, even more than anyone, tried not to lose his ideas and the study of their transformation is extremely interesting. Musical Memories But for the happy, or rather unhappy, chance of meeting Meyerbeer in Boulogne, he would have entered the city without a line to any one of position. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas Meyerbeer thus drew the art into a new channel, and, unluckily, this new tendency was not so much in the direction of elevation of style as in sensationalism. Critical and Historical Essays Lectures delivered at Columbia University Wagner, the last of the great German composers, can not find words too scathing and bitter to mark his condemnation of Meyerbeer. Great Italian and French Composers Meyerbeer's besetting sin, his constant search for the merely effective, is even more pronounced in 'Le Prophète' than in 'Les Huguenots.' The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Meyerbeer is criticised for not putting into practice theories he did not know and no account is taken of his fearlessness, which was great for that period. Musical Memories At last a word from Meyerbeer seemed to have settled the matter. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas These three led to Meyerbeer, a cunning fellow who profited by everything, introducing symphony into opera after Weber, and giving dramatic expression to the unconscious formulas of Rossini. His Masterpiece Meyerbeer seems to have been greatly afraid of being buried alive. Great Italian and French Composers Gounod may be forgiven even for the soldiers' chorus, in consideration of the masculine vigour of the duel terzetto—a purified reminiscence of Meyerbeer—and the impressive church scene. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Meyerbeer was now left to himself, and too much inclined to revisions of every kind as he was, re-made the piece to his fancy. Musical Memories He had been impressed with Meyerbeer's showiness and superficial sparkle: it had not yet occurred to him to test the music with the touchstone of truth. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas That sailor's dance is to me as odious as anything in Meyerbeer, and the melody which ends the love-duet is scarcely more tolerable. Old Scores and New Readings Discussions on Music & Certain Musicians Scribe and Delavigne, the librettists, and Meyerbeer, devoted busy days and nights to hurrying on the work. Great Italian and French Composers The opera is marred as a whole by Meyerbeer's invincible self-consciousness. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. As for the orchestra, sometimes it followed Gluck’s text and sometimes it borrowed bits of orchestration which Meyerbeer had written for the Opéra at Berlin. Musical Memories Had Meyerbeer told Wagner to go back to Germany it is just possible Wagner might have gone. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas In a letter to Meyerbeer, in 1887, he states how he came to be a musician. Beethoven Meyerbeer obliged the composer to go to Italy, and work on the opera was deferred, thus causing him to lose thirty thousand francs as the penalty of his broken contract. Great Italian and French Composers Meyerbeer was far too clever a man to undertake anything he could not carry through successfully, and in these operas he caught the trick of French opéra comique very happily. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. It was first called Dinorah, a name which Meyerbeer picked up abroad. Musical Memories Instead, Meyerbeer sent him into a cul de sac—to starve, or get out as he best could. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas There is a bass clarinet employed with effect by Meyerbeer in the "Huguenots," but the characteristic clarinet tone is less noticeable; it is, however, largely used in military bands. Scientific American Supplement No. 819, September 12, 1891 The German atmosphere was not favorable to the fruitfulness of Meyerbeer's genius. Great Italian and French Composers The weak point of the opera is to be found in the tendency from which Meyerbeer was never safe, to drop into mere pretentiousness when he meant to be most impressive. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. A new work by Meyerbeer should take up the entire evening.” Musical Memories How little beyond this bare hint Wagner got from Meyerbeer we shall see when we examine the music. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas As a composer he was influenced largely by Meyerbeer, and is remarkable rather for his large dramatic effects than for his melody. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers Meyerbeer was born at Berlin, September 5, 1794, and was a musical prodigy from his earliest years. Great Italian and French Composers With a musician of Meyerbeer's known eclecticism, it might be supposed that a work of which the composition extended over so long a period would exhibit the strangest conglomeration of styles and influences. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. So Meyerbeer took the score to the Mediterranean where he spent the winter. Musical Memories So, then, he would challenge Meyerbeer on his own ground! Richard Wagner Composer of Operas With this work, Meyerbeer abandoned the school of Rossini and took an independent course. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers There was great emulation and friendship between Meyerbeer and Weber, which afterward cooled, however, owing to Weber's disgust at Meyerbeer's lavish catering to an extravagant taste. Great Italian and French Composers Meyerbeer was extravagantly praised during his lifetime; he is now as bitterly decried. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Meyerbeer developed the rôle of the English horn, which up to that time had been used only rarely and timidly, and he also introduced the bass clarinet into the orchestra. Musical Memories This last was very suspicious of Wagner at first, because he did not believe Meyerbeer would exert himself on behalf of any one possessing the slightest ability. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas He soon found that it would be hopeless for him to bring out the opera in that city, notwithstanding Meyerbeer had promised to assist him. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers Indeed, in the dramatic use of dance music Gounod hardly yields in skill and originality to Meyerbeer himself, though the latter composer specially distinguished himself in this direction. Great Italian and French Composers There is, too, a laudable absence of that ceaseless striving after effect which mars so much of Meyerbeer's best work. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Meyerbeer saw him and got the idea of the famous ballet. Musical Memories On the other hand Rossini had made a fortune and Meyerbeer was making one. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas The closing act is specially remarkable for the great terzetto in its finale, which is one of the most effective numbers Meyerbeer has written. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers On returning to Germany Meyerbeer was very sarcastically criticised on the one side as a fugitive from the ranks of German music, on the other as an imitator of Rossini. Great Italian and French Composers From Italy Meyerbeer came to Paris, and there identified himself with the French school so fully that he is now regarded with complete propriety as a French composer pure and simple. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Her engagement was made the occasion for a brilliant revival of Les Huguenots and Meyerbeer wrote new ballet music for it. Musical Memories For, figuratively, Wagner had not been in Paris twenty minutes before he discovered that to be presented by the omnipotent Meyerbeer meant nothing—absolutely nothing. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas While still correcting and improving it, Meyerbeer died, and it was not produced until two years later. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers This was the last of Meyerbeer's operas written in the Italian style. Great Italian and French Composers Giacomo Meyerbeer, to give him the name by which he is now best known, underwent the same influence as Hérold. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. It is an open question whether it was Meyerbeer or Scribe who planned the amazing stage setting in the cathedral scene in Le Prophète. Musical Memories I say again, because Joly became bankrupt punctually every three months—a fact which explains Meyerbeer's readiness to help him in that quarter. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas In 1836 he heard Meyerbeer's "Huguenots," and resolved to write no more. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers M. V�ron was so delighted with the great success of "Robert" that he made a contract with Meyerbeer for another grand opera, "Les Huguenots," to be completed by a certain date. Great Italian and French Composers In 'Le Prophète' Meyerbeer chose a subject which, if less rich in dramatic possibility than that of 'Les Huguenots,' has a far deeper psychological interest. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. It must have been Meyerbeer, for Scribe was not temperamentally a revolutionist, and this scene was really revolutionary. Musical Memories At the moment it does not seem to have affected his compositions; but in a very few years Meyerbeer's example, if not his music, had a most marked influence in shaping his career. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas Giacomo Meyerbeer, the eldest son of Herz Beer, was born in Berlin, Sept. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers Meyerbeer's remarkable talent so nearly approaches genius as to make the distinction a difficult one. Great Italian and French Composers Meyerbeer's music, fine as much of it is, suffers chiefly from the character of the libretto. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Furthermore, the amusing idea of the skating ballet was due to Meyerbeer. Musical Memories Now the notion, I take it, of composing a grand work for the Paris stage was suggested by Meyerbeer's stupendous success—of that, indeed, I cannot admit there is the faintest shadow of a doubt. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas He was named Jacob Meyer Beer, but afterwards called himself Giacomo Meyerbeer. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers But Meyerbeer resolutely disenthralled himself from what he appeared to have regarded as trammels, and followed out an ambition to be a cosmopolitan composer. Great Italian and French Composers In later years Meyerbeer paid Wagner the compliment of saying that the libretto of 'Rienzi' was the best he had ever read. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. He attended the sale and brought back a lot of Meyerbeer’s rough drafts which included studies for a Faust that the author never finished. Musical Memories This legend of Meyerbeer borrowing or thieving from Wagner is sheer rubbish; in all Wagner's music there is not a bar which could have been of use to Meyerbeer. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas He made such rapid progress in his studies, showing special proficiency in composition, that he carried off in succession the three prizes of the Mozart, Mendelssohn, and Meyerbeer stipends. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers Meyerbeer's operas are so intricate in their elements, and travel so far out of the beaten track of precedent and rule, that it is difficult to clearly describe their characteristics in a few words. Great Italian and French Composers Spontini's operas are now no longer performed, but the influence which his music exercised upon men so different as Wagner and Meyerbeer makes his name important in the history of opera. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. The authorship of this amazing libretto is unknown, but it is not strange that Meyerbeer soon abandoned it. Musical Memories Starting from Paris, where they were concocted together with Scribe, Meyerbeer's operas went the round of the opera-houses of Europe, and save in one or two quarters Meyerbeer lorded it over the opera-houses of Europe. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas Meyerbeer specially adapted the opera for the performance, transposed the part of the page, which was written for a soprano, and expressly composed a cavatina to be sung by Mme. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers Certain it is, however, that Meyerbeer was largely indebted to the chapter of accidents. Great Italian and French Composers Though Meyerbeer's popularity is on the wane, the operas of Berlioz are still known for the most part only to students. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. This scene is in the romance and it is almost impossible that Meyerbeer had no idea of putting it into his opera. Musical Memories The opening of the Third Act, again, is false; and the ending of the whole business is tawdry stuff such as Meyerbeer might have been proud to sign. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas This finale is clearly Italian in form, and much to Wagner's subsequent disgust was described by Hanslick as a mixture of Donizetti and Meyerbeer, and a clear presage of the coming Verdi. The Standard Operas (12th edition) Their Plots, Their Music, and Their Composers Yet Meyerbeer rose to occasions with a force that was something gigantic. Great Italian and French Composers Unperformed as he was, Berlioz of course could not be expected to found a school; but Meyerbeer's success soon raised him up a host of imitators. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. Meyerbeer heard Madame Pauline Viardot at Vienna and found in her his ideal, so he created the redoubtable rôle of Fidès for her. Musical Memories He spared that mediocre person Meyerbeer; he treated Mendelssohn with almost exaggerated courtesy. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas Extracts from Meyerbeer's opera, _Robert le Diable_, and a piece written by Auber concluded the f�te organized by this monarch to recall the golden days of Louis the Superb. The Story of Versailles Meyerbeer's correspondence, which was extensive, deserves publication, as it displays marked literary faculty, and is full of bright sympathetic thought, vigorous criticism, and playful fancy. Great Italian and French Composers Wagner hoped to see it performed in Paris, and throughout the score he kept the methods of Meyerbeer and Spontini consistently in his mind's eye. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory. In the hope of being Meyerbeer’s choice, both theatres turned poor Limnander away. Musical Memories No Mendelssohn, no Meyerbeer, no Rossini, would have dreamed of gaining a king, even the king of a minor bankrupt state, as his lackey—and his generous paymaster. Richard Wagner Composer of Operas When they play Beethoven, Bach, or Meyerbeer, ach, I seem to live in another country. The Goose Girl Meyerbeer appears always to have been uncertain of himself and his work. Great Italian and French Composers Here he met Meyerbeer, who gave him an introduction to a bankrupt theatre, the Renaissance, in Paris. Wagner Meyerbeer found his Africanne realized in her and at his request she was engaged at the Opéra. Musical Memories It is said that Meyerbeer has already completed a grand opera with the title of L'Africaine, and is now engaged on a comic opera. International Weekly Miscellany - Volume 1, No. 8, August 19, 1850 She had often told me of Mozart's operas and Meyerbeer's, and I could remember hearing her sing, years ago, certain melodies of Verdi. Youth and the Bright Medusa Meyerbeer's concerts at Darmstadt and Berlin were brilliant exhibitions; and Moscheles, no mean judge, has told us that if Meyerbeer had devoted himself to the piano, no performer in Europe could have surpassed him. Great Italian and French Composers All that Meyerbeer had to teach was there, and the stolid Dresdener gazed with delight on the brilliance of the latest Parisian musical fashions. Wagner But Meyerbeer liked to change the titles of his operas several times in the course of the rehearsals in order to keep public curiosity at fever heat. Musical Memories Meyerbeer is not greater in music than in the art of tickling public expectation and keeping the public aware of his existence. International Weekly Miscellany - Volume 1, No. 8, August 19, 1850 After stopping a short time in London, the trio halted for several weeks in Boulogne, because the great Meyerbeer was summering there. The World's Great Men of Music Story-Lives of Master Musicians The testimony of Dr. V�ron, who was manager of the Grand Opera during the most of the composer's brilliant career, is of great interest, as illustrating this trait of Meyerbeer's composition. Great Italian and French Composers Of Italian operas Verdi's "Aida" and Meyerbeer's "Huguenots" are those he is most disposed to hear. William of Germany I said, at the beginning of this study, that we were ungrateful to Meyerbeer, and this ingratitude is double on the part of France, for he loved her. Musical Memories Berlin papers are reviving the rumor that Meyerbeer is to complete an opera which Weber left unfinished. International Weekly Miscellany — Volume 1, No. 3, July 15, 1850 Meyerbeer received the poor young German kindly, praised his music, gave him several letters to musicians in power in Paris, but told him persistence was the most important factor in success. The World's Great Men of Music Story-Lives of Master Musicians Meyerbeer acted on the suggestion with such felicity and force as to make it the crowning beauty of the work. Great Italian and French Composers Meyerbeer's opera, Les Huguenots, is based upon her wedding, and the ensuing Massacre. Memoirs and Historical Chronicles of the Courts of Europe Marguerite de Valois, Madame de Pompadour, and Catherine de Medici I could cite many works in which all the composers of the past are praised without qualification, and Meyerbeer, alone, is accused of numerous faults. Musical Memories Meyerbeer watched this arrow flight and shrugged her shoulders before lazily alighting. Kimono Being thus reclaimed, angels celebrate the triumph of good over evil.—Meyerbeer, Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook The success was a remarkable one, and Meyerbeer's name became famous throughout Europe. Great Italian and French Composers Meyerbeer befriended them with letters of introduction and much encouragement, on the receipt of which the cautious couple diluted their few remaining pence in champagne. The Love Affairs of Great Musicians, Volume 2 Meyerbeer was, then, excusable to a certain extent, but he abused all indulgence in such matters. Musical Memories Laroche Meyerbeer, with whom his wife had been that day for a picnic lunch. Kimono Being seized and brought before the prophet, she recognized in him her lover, and exclaiming, "I loved thee once, but now my love is turned to hate," stabbed herself and died.—Meyerbeer, Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook "Well, then," said Meyerbeer, "you had better soon commence practicing, for I have just commenced the fourth act of 'Les Huguenots.'" Great Italian and French Composers Meyerbeer in 1825 lost his father, whom he loved to the depth of his large heart. The Love Affairs of Great Musicians, Volume 2 Meyerbeer belonged to the theater and sought above everything else theatrical effects. Musical Memories Of Meyerbeer, Bayle thus wrote from Milan in 1820:- “He is a man of some talent, but no genius; he lives solitary, working fifteen hours a day at music.” Self help; with illustrations of conduct and perseverance The Emperor was present, for two hours an interested observer of the proceedings; the King of Greece also attended, and even entered the car, while another famous spectator was the popular Meyerbeer. The Dominion of the Air; the story of aerial navigation A story is told to the effect that Meyerbeer was once dining with some friends, when a discussion arose respecting Mozart's position in the musical hierarchy. Great Italian and French Composers The breeze from the hills is always delicious; the Promenade Meyerbeer as refreshing on a hot day as a draught of iced water. The Gaming Table: Its Votaries and Victims Volume I (of II) Hans de B�low once said to me in the course of a conversation, “After all Meyerbeer was a man of genius.” Musical Memories Years passed, and Meyerbeer’s hard work fully brought out his genius, as displayed in his ‘Roberto,’ ‘Huguenots,’ ‘Prophète,’ and other works, confessedly amongst the greatest operas which have been produced in modern times. Self help; with illustrations of conduct and perseverance She had often told me of Mozart's operas and Meyerbeer's, and I could remember hearing her sing, years ago, certain melodies of Verdi's. The Troll Garden and Selected Stories The operas of Meyerbeer may be best described as highly artistic and finished mosaic work, containing much that is precious with much that is false. Great Italian and French Composers Do you not call Meyerbeer, with his years of study and effort and application, a worker? The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 32, June, 1860 Meyerbeer ventured to use combinations in harmony which were considered rash at that time. Musical Memories Unfortunately for Marx, the public preferred the solos and choruses of such recent composers as Meyerbeer, Mendelssohn, and Schumann to his. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 29, March, 1860 Almost all famous operas have something good in them except the works of Meyerbeer. Robert Browning: How to Know Him For assuredly his talent for writing operas on the old lines was not inferior to that of Meyerbeer or Rossini. Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde"; an essay on the Wagnerian drama No writer, though he write like Tennyson, or Longfellow, or Lamartine, or Dudevant, can hope for such an audience as Verdi or Meyerbeer. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 32, June, 1860 Rossini was, like Meyerbeer, a foreigner, but he was not affected in the same way. Musical Memories "No, no; an amateur I have seen in town; Lush, a Mr. Lush—too fond of Meyerbeer and Scribe—too fond of the mechanical-dramatic." Daniel Deronda In the evening the Queen went to the perfect little German theatre, where Meyerbeer's Huguenots was given, and the audience sang "God save the Queen" to German words. Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2 But Meyerbeer and Scribe care nothing for that; such is not the effect either felt by the audience or intended by the poet. Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde"; an essay on the Wagnerian drama "I mean that there is a duet that Mrs. Agassiz favors just now, from Meyerbeer's 'Le Prophète,' where she is beggar number one and I am beggar number two." In the Courts of Memory, 1858 1875; from Contemporary Letters Meyerbeer’s music, as a witty woman once remarked to me, is like stage scenery—it should not be scrutinized too closely. Musical Memories In the following year I was in Berlin; the conversation with Meyerbeer turned upon Jenny Lind; he had heard her sing the Swedish songs, and was transported by them. True Story of My Life The last day at Cologne ended in another great concert, conducted by Meyerbeer, for which he had composed a cantata in honour of the Queen. Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2 What Rossini and Meyerbeer had always consented to without the smallest hesitation might, they thought, content a Richard Wagner. Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde"; an essay on the Wagnerian drama Rubinstein, like Mendelssohn and Meyerbeer, was a Hebrew. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14 The New Era; A Supplementary Volume, by Recent Writers, as Set Forth in the Preface and Table of Contents The critics entirely neglected Berlioz’s opinion, for, after opposing Meyerbeer for a long time, he admitted him among the gods and in his Traité d’Instrumentation awarded him the crown of immortality. Musical Memories —On this particular day, in spite of his garish "get-up," he seemed to belong to the life in which he was lightheartedly whistling a solo from one of Meyerbeer's operas. Wild Youth, Volume 1. Meyerbeer's opera had been given three times, when on February 20th he announced it with Mme. Chapters of Opera Being historical and critical observations and records concerning the lyric drama in New York from its earliest days down to the present time Rossini and Meyerbeer had never had any other aim than their own personal success; with Wagner the integrity of his art was far above all personal considerations. Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde"; an essay on the Wagnerian drama The result to-day--Meyerbeer's fall and Wagner's triumph--shows that courage, like honesty, is, in the long run, the best policy, and, like virtue, its own reward. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14 The New Era; A Supplementary Volume, by Recent Writers, as Set Forth in the Preface and Table of Contents Rossini in the last act of Otello and in Guillaume Tell began its renaissance with a boldness for which he deserves credit, but it was left to Meyerbeer to restore it to its former glory. Musical Memories I should like to believe this, because it is highly honorable to Meyerbeer's artistic character, which has been much maligned by critics and historians of music since Wagner set an example in that direction. A Book of Operas Their Histories, Their Plots, and Their Music He resembled Meyerbeer in being a Jew, and also in that it was possible for his mother to say of him: "My son is a musical composer, but not of necessity." Chapters of Opera Being historical and critical observations and records concerning the lyric drama in New York from its earliest days down to the present time Our hopes were at first centred on Meyerbeer's promised letters of introduction. My Life — Volume 1 He knew that the Prussian Meyerbeer had won fame and fortune there,--why should not he have the same good luck? Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14 The New Era; A Supplementary Volume, by Recent Writers, as Set Forth in the Preface and Table of Contents When Meyerbeer was the conductor at the Berlin Opéra, he wrote on command Le Camp de Silésie with Frederick the Great as the hero and Jenny Lind as the musical star. Musical Memories I then suggested his reading certain numbers of the Paris Gazette musicale, in which Fetis had, some time before, given a less favourable interpretation of Meyerbeer's views about me. My Life — Volume 2 It was certainly right royal poetry set to right royal music—an infusion of immature Verdi and Meyerbeer plentifully watered. Chapters of Opera Being historical and critical observations and records concerning the lyric drama in New York from its earliest days down to the present time In the meantime I was surprised in the middle of the summer by the arrival of Meyerbeer, who happened to come to Paris for a fortnight. My Life — Volume 1 Meyerbeer no doubt aided Wagner, but considering his very great influence in Paris, he achieved surprisingly little for him. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14 The New Era; A Supplementary Volume, by Recent Writers, as Set Forth in the Preface and Table of Contents Unlike Gluck and Berlioz, who were greater artists than musicians, Meyerbeer was more a musician than an artist. Musical Memories Berlioz declared it was impossible to get anything detrimental to Meyerbeer inserted in a Paris paper. My Life — Volume 2 M. Eloi Sylva, the new tenor, effected his American introduction in Meyerbeer's "Prophet" on November 27th. Chapters of Opera Being historical and critical observations and records concerning the lyric drama in New York from its earliest days down to the present time Things had reached this point when Meyerbeer again left Paris, this time for a longer period of absence. My Life — Volume 1 The music-lovers of Dresden had expected another opera à la Meyerbeer, like "Rienzi," with its arias and duos, its din and its dances, its pomps and processions, its scenic and musical splendors. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14 The New Era; A Supplementary Volume, by Recent Writers, as Set Forth in the Preface and Table of Contents Meyerbeer was the undisputed leader in the operatic world when Robert Schumann struck the first blow at his supremacy. Musical Memories When I went to say good- bye to Mr. Howard on leaving London, I was surprised to meet Meyerbeer at his house. My Life — Volume 2 It will be recalled by people familiar with the history of the opera that Scribe and Meyerbeer first designed "Robert" for the Opéra Comique, but remodeled it for the Grand. Chapters of Opera Being historical and critical observations and records concerning the lyric drama in New York from its earliest days down to the present time Great importance was attached to this production, because, at the same moment, Meyerbeer was inaugurating his general-directorship in Berlin by a performance of the same work. My Life — Volume 1 These remarks about Wolff remind me of another piece of information I got from this pianist-composer a few months before his death—namely, that Chopin hated all Jews, Meyerbeer and Halevy among the rest. Frederick Chopin, as a Man and Musician — Complete In addition to eminent musical talents, Meyerbeer had a highly developed instinct for the stage. Musical Memories By this means I hoped to penetrate into the presence of Meyerbeer's admirer, the unapproachable and terrible Minister of State. My Life — Volume 2 At the third representation, on November 21st, Meyerbeer's "Huguenots" was brought forward to introduce Mme. Chapters of Opera Being historical and critical observations and records concerning the lyric drama in New York from its earliest days down to the present time I was told that Meyerbeer went to Rellstab with the score of Armida in order to obtain hints as to its correct interpretation. My Life — Volume 1 These remarks about Wolff remind me of another piece of information I got from this pianist-composer a few months before his death— namely, that Chopin hated all Jews, Meyerbeer and Halevy among the rest. Frederick Chopin, as a Man and Musician — Volume 2 The third of the opus, in C, is the one described by de Lenz as almost precipitating a violent row between Chopin and Meyerbeer. Chopin : the Man and His Music Belloni then discovered that this lady had just accepted a valuable bracelet sent her by Meyerbeer. My Life — Volume 2 Meyerbeer, for instance, was very circumspect; in Paris he engaged a new flutist and paid him out of his own pocket to play a particular bit nicely. On Conducting (Üeber Das Dirigiren) : a Treatise on Style in the Execution of Classical Music, Mendelssohn, who happened at that time to be in Berlin, with Meyerbeer, on business relating to the general musical conductorship, was present in a stage box during this performance. My Life — Volume 1 Upon that evening which we are now describing, Meyerbeer was seated next to Heine;—Meyerbeer, for whom the whole catalogue of admiring interjections has long since been exhausted! Life of Chopin Berlioz swore that Chopin could not play in time—which was not true—and later we shall see that Meyerbeer thought the same. Chopin : the Man and His Music He thought he had discovered that the whole Parisian press was exceedingly hostile towards me, which he had not the slightest doubt was due to the tremendous agitation Meyerbeer had set on foot from Berlin. My Life — Volume 2 Fully aware of the value of finished execution, rich and independent, Meyerbeer might have been of great service to the Berlin orchestra when the King of Prussia appointed him "General Musikdirector." On Conducting (Üeber Das Dirigiren) : a Treatise on Style in the Execution of Classical Music, Meyerbeer, to whom my committee had applied, was instrumental in bringing this about, and a performance of Euryanthe was actually given which yielded the handsome balance of six thousand marks. My Life — Volume 1 M. Meyerbeer, with Prince Adam Czartoryski, led the train of mourners. Life of Chopin "Let me have it for a ballet in my new opera and I'll show you," retorted Meyerbeer. Chopin : the Man and His Music The hostility of Fould, who was at that time the Minister of the Household to Napoleon, would probably have to be reckoned with, on account of his friendly relations to Meyerbeer. My Life — Volume 2 Thus fared Meyerbeer and Mendelssohn whilst at Berlin: what are we to expect elsewhere from their neat little shadows? On Conducting (Üeber Das Dirigiren) : a Treatise on Style in the Execution of Classical Music, Meyerbeer also stayed in the same town from time to time; precisely why, nobody knew. My Life — Volume 1 For this coterie Rossini and Meyerbeer were suspects, intruders, who must be repulsed at any cost. The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X Perhaps that is the cause of the silence, just as Wagner's dislike for Meyerbeer was the result of his obligations to the composer of "Les Huguenots." Chopin : the Man and His Music From the press, which was entirely in the hands of Meyerbeer, I knew long ago what I had to expect. My Life — Volume 2 Meyerbeer was a warning to them; the Parisian opera had tempted him into certain ambiguous Semitic accentuations in music, which fairly scared the "men of culture." On Conducting (Üeber Das Dirigiren) : a Treatise on Style in the Execution of Classical Music, It was now made out that by Tannhauser I had provoked a reactionary tendency, and that precisely as Meyerbeer with his Huguenots had glorified Protestantism, so I with my latest opera would glorify Catholicism. My Life — Volume 1 The government of Charles X. protected Meyerbeer as well as Rossini. The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X Later, in St. Petersburg, Meyerbeer met this gossip and told him that he loved Chopin. Chopin : the Man and His Music He told me many comical things about Meyerbeer, and the impossibility of escaping from his flattery, which was dictated by his insatiable thirst for laudatory articles. My Life — Volume 2 S.; accept it in a friendly spirit, although you will find yourself in the strange company of Meyerbeer. Correspondence of Wagner and Liszt — Volume 2 As soon as I arrived I called on him, but in the hall I found his servant busy packing up trunks, and learned that Meyerbeer was just going away. My Life — Volume 1 Towards Meyerbeer my position is a peculiar one. Correspondence of Wagner and Liszt — Volume 1 Meyerbeer was wrong in his idea of the tempo. Chopin : the Man and His Music Mr. Howard, who had felt sure that we were acquainted, was much surprised at this, and asked me as I was leaving whether I did not know Meyerbeer. My Life — Volume 2 In the same manner, the exceptional successes of Spontini's and Meyerbeer's own operas were enhanced by the special activity of their composers. Correspondence of Wagner and Liszt — Volume 2 My feelings with regard to the latter alternative were intensified by the impression made upon me by Meyerbeer's opera The Prophet, which had just been produced and which I had not heard before. My Life — Volume 1 I wonder why none of Meyerbeer's operas are ever given in London. The Days Before Yesterday Balzac justified himself by quoting the examples of Chateaubriand, Ingres, and Meyerbeer in their various arts. Balzac Meyerbeer was absolutely paralysed when he saw me, and this put me into such a frame of mind that we found it impossible to exchange a word. My Life — Volume 2 Meyerbeer years ago admired nothing so much in my scores as the neat writing. Correspondence of Wagner and Liszt — Volume 2 And, sure enough, as I walked across to the desk Meyerbeer came out, covered with confusion. My Life — Volume 1 Robert is an expensive opera to put on, for, owing to hideous jealousies at the Paris Opera, Meyerbeer was compelled to write two prima-donna parts which afforded the rival ladies exactly equal opportunities. The Days Before Yesterday Like the heroine of Meyerbeer's posthumous opera, she has a fatal acquaintance with tropical botany and uses her knowledge to her own destruction. A Second Book of Operas I answered that he had better ask Meyerbeer. My Life — Volume 2 During my direction of the Opera at Weimar, from '49 to '58, the following works were performed there, together with the standing repertoire of Mozart's, Weber's, Rossini's, Meyerbeer's Operas, etc. Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 2 from Rome to the End At the same time I wrote to Meyerbeer, informing him of my plans, and begging him to support me. My Life — Volume 1 Meyerbeer, to whom I beg you to remember me respectfully, will certainly be your best patron with the Court, and I have no doubt that he will receive you with sympathy and interest. Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 1 from Paris to Rome: Years of Travel as a Virtuoso "There is nothing in Meyerbeer; he hasn't the courage to strike at the right time." Beethoven, the Man and the Artist, as Revealed in His Own Words On meeting Howard again that evening, I was assured that Meyerbeer had spoken of me in terms of the highest praise. My Life — Volume 2 As is well known in the musical world, many illustrious Israelites, Meyerbeer first and foremost, have given me their esteem and friendship, and the same in the literary world with Heine and others. Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 2 from Rome to the End He was obliged to admit quite frankly that the expectations I had cherished as to the result of Meyerbeer's recommendation to him would not come to anything. My Life — Volume 1 I ventured to remark that he did not care for Meyerbeer. Villa Rubein, and other stories And thereat he fell to dreaming while he played Meyerbeer’s “King of Heaven,” and Mendelssohn’s “O Rest in the Lord.” The Mutiny of the Elsinore I was particularly honoured in the columns of those smaller journals of which Meyerbeer had as yet taken no account, and several good criticisms now appeared. My Life — Volume 2 I make no further mention of Meyerbeer here, because he owes his universal success chiefly to Paris. Letters of Franz Liszt -- Volume 2 from Rome to the End I wrote about it to Meyerbeer in Berlin, asking for his help. My Life — Volume 1 The orchestra was playing Meyerbeer's "Prophete," and my neighbour was asleep, snoring softly. Villa Rubein, and other stories The more beer you contributed to it the more Meyerbeer it gave you. Strictly business: more stories of the four million In Paris, in July, 1870, the war was brought out like an opera of Meyerbeer. The Education of Henry Adams Without Rossini, without Meyerbeer, he might perhaps have been taken for a man of genius. Beatrix My friends openly expressed the opinion that Meyerbeer, in sending me from the Grand Opera to this theatre, probably knew the whole of the circumstances. My Life — Volume 1 But perhaps the most wonderful exhibition of her vocal skill and pliancy and of her active intimacy with nature was in the Trio Concertante, with two flutes, from Meyerbeer's 'Camp of Silesia.' The Life of Phineas T. Barnum Nowadays young people cannot understand how anyone could ever have taken Meyerbeer's influence seriously. The Perfect Wagnerite, Commentary on the Ring But Gouin saw a way out of the difficulty; on the authority of Maitre Meyerbeer, he won over to our cause several singers who were under an obligation to Meyerbeer: Mme. My Life — Volume 1 Conti has not the courage of his vice; he smiles at Meyerbeer and flatters him, when he fain would tear him to bits. Beatrix Having failed everywhere, I now turned to Meyerbeer for more introductions, especially to singers. My Life — Volume 1 While we were here I made my first call on Meyerbeer. My Life — Volume 1 A race of literary and theatrical musicians appeared; and Meyerbeer, the first of them, made an extraordinary impression. The Perfect Wagnerite, Commentary on the Ring When Meyerbeer at last arrived in Paris, therefore, I was delighted. My Life — Volume 1 This impression was in the main confirmed by a visit to Meyerbeer, who, I found, regarded my coming to Berlin as over hasty. My Life — Volume 1 Meyerbeer specially wished me to know M. Antenor Joly, director of the Theatre de la Renaissance, the musical theatre already mentioned. My Life — Volume 1 I was told that Meyerbeer was the only man who had been able in any way to master the situation. My Life — Volume 1 |
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