Smith, Ronald
Alkan: The Man/The Music
- ISBN 13:
- 9781871082739
- author:
- Smith, Ronald
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Kahn & Averill
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 440
- Dimensions:
- 21.2 x 13.8 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Music Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Alkan: The Man / The Music by Ronald Smith is a biography that explores the life and music of Alkan, a 19th-century virtuoso pianist and composer known for his challenging and powerful works. This two-part edition has been revised and updated with new appendices, bibliographies, and discographies, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in Alkan's life and music. Originally published in two separate volumes, this single-volume edition brings together the story of Alkan's life and career with a comprehensive collection of his compositions. The result is a detailed and authoritative account that sheds new light on this fascinating figure and his enduring musical legacy. With its extensive research and thorough documentation, this book provides a valuable insight into Alkan's world and will be of interest to pianists, musicologists, and anyone drawn to the life and work of this remarkable composer.
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