Brahms |
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Author:
| Young, John Bell |
Composed by:
| Brahms, Johannes |
Series title: | Unlocking the Masters Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-57467-171-1 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2008 |
Publisher: | Hal Leonard Corporation
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Imprint: | Amadeus Press |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $22.99 |
Book Description:
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(Unlocking the Masters). In this survey of Brahm's music, John Bell Young explores in depth the composer's private world of musical intimacies that infuriated Wagner, but inspired Schumann, Schoenberg, and millions of music lovers for generations to come. He also addresses a controversial issue long-neglected by biographers and critics: Did Brahms sire an illegitimate child, and in the absence of concrete evidence, did he leave behind clues in his allusion-rich music? Accompanying the...
More Description(Unlocking the Masters). In this survey of Brahm's music, John Bell Young explores in depth the composer's private world of musical intimacies that infuriated Wagner, but inspired Schumann, Schoenberg, and millions of music lovers for generations to come. He also addresses a controversial issue long-neglected by biographers and critics: Did Brahms sire an illegitimate child, and in the absence of concrete evidence, did he leave behind clues in his allusion-rich music? Accompanying the book is a CD featuring rare performances of Wilhelm Furtwangler, alongside brand new recordings of three extraordinary pianists.