Cost and Registration Information
Early Registration Price (by May 19): $120
Regular Price (after May 19): $132
Seminar Description
This one-day immersion course is a comprehensive, lightning-quick introduction to the psychological implications and the musical development of the leitmotifs of Richard Wagner's Ring Cycle. The characters, objects, events, and emotions that the leitmotifs represent will be presented in a clear and concise manner, following the order in which they appear in each of the operas of The Ring of the Nibelungen. We will uncover and discuss the identities and intent of the major leitmotifs. One session.
Motivated by firsthand experiences of attending numerous Ring Cycle performances, including three at the Bayreuth Festival, David Pituch has developed a deep understanding and appreciation this great music drama. He has given numerous lecture/discussions on the music of Richard Wagner.
Materials List
Required:
- None
First Readings:
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You do not need to prepare anything for the first class session.
This class is part of the Newberry’s Adult Education Seminars Program. Learn more about our registration procedures.