Table of Contents

List of illustrations A Conflict of Power and Love by Geoffrey Skelton Chronology of Composition of 'The Valkyrie' An Introduction to the Music of 'The Valkyrie' by Barry Millington New Myths for Old by George Gillespie Translating 'The Ring' by Andrew Porter Thematic Guide 'Die Walkure' poem by Richard Wagner 'The Valkyrie' English translation by Andre Porter Act One Act Two Act Three Bibliography Discography by David Nice

About the Author

Richard Wagner (1813–83) was a composer who drew inspiration from Christian and Nordic mythology, as well as the philosophy of Schopenhauer, to pioneer dramatically new forms of music. His concept of the “Total Artwork” led to the construction of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house he designed specifically for productions of his own operas. He also wrote widely on music and art. His operas include Tristan und Isolde, Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg and the four parts of Der Ring des Nibelungen.

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