Górecki

by Adrian Thomas

Book Overview

This book is the first detailed study of Polish composer Henryk G recki, whose Third Symphony, written in 1976 and released on CD in 1992, became a bestseller and brought Goreki international renown. Written by a leading enthusiast of G recki's music, this volume ranges from the composer's large orchestral scores (Sconti, Refrain, the Symphonies) and choral works (Beatus Vir, commissioned by and dedicated to Pope John Paul II) to the more modest church...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198163940
• ISBN13: 9780198163947
• Release Date: June 1997
• Publisher: Clarendon Press
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"