The Art of Music V9: The Opera (1916) is a book written by Cesar Saerchinger that explores the world of opera. The book delves into the history of opera and its evolution over the years, from its origins in Italy to its spread throughout Europe and the rest of the world. Saerchinger provides detailed information on the various styles and genres of opera, as well as the famous composers and singers who have contributed to its rich history. He also discusses the various elements that make up an opera, including the music, libretto, staging, and costumes. The book is a comprehensive guide to opera, providing readers with a deeper understanding and appreciation of this complex and beautiful art form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.