Description |
xiii, 289 pages : music ; 24 cm |
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6 audio discs ; 4 3/4 in. |
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Accompanying CD: digital sd |
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Accompanying CD: audio file CD audio |
Physical Medium |
4 3/4 in. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-273) and index. |
Contents |
Metamorphoses : an introduction -- Paris : Liszt in pianopolis. Paganini's concerts in Paris, April 1832 ; Berlioz conducting his Symphonie fantastique ; Hexameron ; Liszt and Madame d'Agoult -- Two giants from a later generation. Leopold Godowsky and Saint-Saëns' lost son ; Mr. Bach-Busoni on tour in the USA -- Adversaries : Dirk Schäfer and Paul Hindemith -- Taking stock -- J.S. the great -- Renaissance -- On wings of song -- A night at the opera -- Wagneriana -- Invitation to the dance -- The last of the Mohicans. |
Summary |
"Rian de Waal (1958-2011) has written a book about the piano, and how the development of piano playing has been very much dependent upon musicians who were able to cross borders. In this book, De Waal takes us on a journey through the capricious history of the piano transcription. At first revered by musicians and audience alike (and often the sole reason for the great fame of some pianists), the piano transcription later became despised and considered unnecessary, superficial, or even heretical. The fact that the piano transcription has survived such fierce resistance has very much to do with the special qualities of the piano as a musical instrument. De Waal like no one else is able to explain these qualities, and he brings them to the fore with verve and tenderness on the six CDs accompanying this book. Describing some remarkable moments in musical history, De Waal presents a candid overview of the historical developments surrounding the piano transcription."--Back cover. |
Language |
English text. |
Subject |
Piano music -- History and criticism.
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Piano music. |
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Arrangement (Music) -- History and criticism.
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Arrangement (Music) |
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Piano music, Arranged.
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Piano music, Arranged. |
Genre/Form |
Piano music, Arranged.
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Criticism, interpretation, etc.
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Sound recordings.
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Sound recordings.
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Added Title |
Art of the virtuoso piano transcription |
ISBN |
9789059727557 |
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905972755X |
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