Giovanna D'arco

Edited by Alberto Rizzuti. From the Works of Giuseppe Verdi, Series I: Operas. This critical edition, the first publication in full score, is based on the composer's autograph score preserved in the archives of Verdi's publisher, Casa Ricordi. It restores the opera's original text, which had been heavily censored, and accurately reflects Verdi's colorful and elaborate musical setting. Editor Alberto Rizzuti's introduction discusses the opera's origins, sources, and performance questions, while the critical commentary details editorial problems and solutions. 2 volume set. Full score (hardcover), 496 p. Critical commentary, 128 p.