More than a book, this is an invitation to discover some of the world's most beautiful Opera Houses and Symphony Centers as well as famous performers such as Luciano Pavarotti, Roberto Alagna, and Cecilia Bartoli, among others.Including over 10,000 performances in 30 countries, it highlights more than 200 legendary venues such as the Metropolitan Opera, Covent Garden, an Il Teatro alla Scala.This magnificent and professional work of research contains: -- All practical booking information and seating plans, illustrated with more than 60 color photographs-- The international calendar of musical programs for the 98-99 season with all details on each performance-- Two indexes can be used as cross-references to locate easily the "When and Where" of favorite soloists, conductors, and operas.Music & Opera around the world is sure to delight music lovers and travelers. It is the first and only guide for those who live a life with Music.