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DAS GEOPFERTE HERZ IN PFITZNERS ERSTER UND LETZTER OPER.

Authors :
OSTHOFF, WOLFGANG
Source :
Mitteilungen der Hans -- Pfitzner -- Gesellschaft; 2009, Vol. 69, p51-57, 7p
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

The article presents a discussion on German composer Hans Pfitzner's operas "Der arme Heinrich" and "Das Herz." Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the human heart in each of the operas. Further themes noted as central to the operas include guilt, spiritual transformation, and eternal love.

Details

Language :
German
ISSN :
04402863
Volume :
69
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Mitteilungen der Hans -- Pfitzner -- Gesellschaft
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
55480581