Parsifal, the last musico-dramatic work of Wagner, was premiered in Bayreuth on 26 July 1882 and, at first, were reserved for this performance venue according to the composer's will. Apart from only a few exceptions, it was not until 30 years later (i.e. after the expiration of the term of protection) that other opera-houses too were allowed to perform the 'sacred festival drama'.

The new edition of the Eulenburg Study Score follows the Wagner Complete Edition which is based on the autograph ...