Language Point 22

Take the example of Richard Wagner composing the opening to "Rhinegold". (Para. 4)
Meaning: Look at Richard Wagner writing the beginning part of "Rhinegold". as an example.
compose: v. create or produce (a written or musical piece)
The piece of music is composed for the celebration of 2008 Olympic Games to be held in China.

这首乐曲是为庆贺将在中国举办的2008年奥运会而创作的。
opening : the beginning part
The book's opening is dull, but the final pages are interesting.

这本书的开头部分很枯燥，但最后几页很有趣。
This is a natural opening for a narrative.

这是叙述性文体的一种很自然的开头方式。