Lebrecht, Norman
Why Beethoven: A Phenomenon in 100 Pieces
- ISBN 13:
- 9780861547241
- author:
- Lebrecht, Norman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- ONEWorld Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Beethoven's legacy is inextricably linked to music as we know it today. This biography offers a fresh perspective on the composer's life, exploring his complexities and artistic drive through 100 recordings.
From Beethoven's personal struggles with deafness to his towering works of art, this book brings to life the musician who conquered adversity to create some of our culture's most enduring music. Along the way, it delves into the lives of those who have taken on the challenge of performing and interpreting his compositions.
With these recordings freely available on Idagio and YouTube, readers can experience Beethoven's music in a new light, as revealed in this unique biography that repositions him as a cornerstone of modern culture.
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