Britten: Selections from The Beggar's Opera

Britten: Selections from The Beggar's Opera (Realized from the original airs of John Gay's Ballad Opera (1728) 16 Songs for Various Voice Types) ** By Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) and John Gay ** Edited by Richard Walters. Boosey & Hawkes Voice. Softcover. 48 pages. Boosey & Hawkes #M051933990. Published by Boosey & Hawkes.

This new selection of 13 solos for various voice types and three duets makes Britten's distinctive realizations, never before published apart from the vocal score, available at an affordable price. Includes preface articles and plot notes. These are lively and vivid versions of these colorful tunes. Contents: 'Tis woman that seduces all mankind (tenor)