Frank Martin's Musical Reflections on Death |
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| Author:
| Bruhn, Siglind |
| ISBN: | 978-1-57647-194-4 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2011 |
| Publisher: | Pendragon Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $45.00USD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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Frank Martin (1890-1974) , the greatest Swiss composer besides Arthur Honegger, spent two periods of his life intensely reflecting on death: the decade centred in World War II and the half-decade before his own passing at the age of 84. The resulting nine compositions are internationally recognized as featuring among Martin's masterpieces.
Frank Martin (1890-1974) , the greatest Swiss composer besides Arthur Honegger, spent two periods of his life intensely reflecting on death: the decade centred in World War II and the half-decade before his own passing at the age of 84. The resulting nine compositions are internationally recognized as featuring among Martin's masterpieces.