Life of Chopin

by Franz Liszt

Book Overview

Life of Chopin is classical music biography that represents the definitive account of the life of the great Polish pianist/composer, Frederic Chopin. The story is told by his friend and colleague, the legendary Hungarian pianist, Franz Liszt-the ideal man to relate the brief, but brilliant life of Chopin. Liszt's proximity to the subject and insightful accounts make this Chopin biography resonate as few can. Frederic Francois Chopin (1 March 1810...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1779450214
• ISBN13: 9781779450210
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Binker North
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Elegant biography !

In this singular book dedicated by Liszt to his fellow friend , are combined the musical analysis with the biographic emotion . Liszt eviscerates with clairvoyance Chopin enigmatic personality , giving us smart clues which constituted the genius of the incomparable piano artist . It deserves special attention the chapter dedicated to the Polonesas in which Liszt makes a challenging statement comparing them with Verones paintings . Acquire this essential text to get close Chopin intimate universe.