Johnson, Stephen
How Shostakovich Changed My Mind
- ISBN 13:
- 9781910749456
- author:
- Johnson, Stephen
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Notting Hill Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 19 x 12 centimetres
- Genre:
- Music, Instruction & Study, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Stephen Johnson's powerful memoir explores how Shostakovich's music helped him cope with his struggles with bipolar disorder. Drawing on neurological, psychotherapeutic and philosophical insights, Johnson reflects on the healing power of music in the face of mental illness. Johnson delves into the darkest periods of Shostakovich's life, where his music was both a source of comfort and a reflection of his inner turmoil. The book also features interviews with the musicians who performed Shostakovich's Leningrad Symphony during the siege of Leningrad. Through his own experiences and those of others, Johnson sheds light on the profound impact of Shostakovich's music on people struggling with mental health issues.
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