Explore the life behind the music of a dance-floor legend.
This concise study unravels how Tchaikovsky shaped ballet and orchestral works, from his famous ballets to dramatic overtures, with clear context and accessible detail.
Edwin Evans’s volume situates the composer within his era, showing how Russian ballet and theater influenced his art. It blends biographical notes with notes on the music itself, helping readers understand why certain scores succeeded and how they evolved over time. The book emphasizes the practical and human side of composing, offering readers a window into the craft and the creative mind behind the works.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive biography of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, one of the most renowned composers of the Romantic era. It delves into his childhood and early musical training, offering insights into the influences that shaped his artistic vision. As Tchaikovsky navigated the complexities of the Russian music scene, his relationship with the influential Anton Rubinstein and his membership in the circle of young composers known as "The Five" are explored. The author examines Tchaikovsky's creative process and his struggles with self-doubt, as well as the triumphs and disappointments he experienced throughout his career. Through the composer's own writings, including letters to family and friends, the book provides an intimate glimpse into his artistic journey and the personal challenges he faced. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440069642_0
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