Among The Great Masters Of Music: Scenes In The Lives Of Famous Musicians

By Walter Rowlands

Book Overview

""Among The Great Masters Of Music: Scenes In The Lives Of Famous Musicians"" is a book written by Walter Rowlands that provides an in-depth look into the lives of some of the most famous musicians in history. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different musician and their contributions to the world of music. The book covers a wide range of musicians, including composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and Chopin, as well as performers like Paganini and Liszt. Each chapter provides a detailed account of the musician's life, including their upbringing, education, and career highlights. The author also delves into the personal lives of these musicians, exploring their relationships with family, friends, and lovers. The book is filled with anecdotes and stories that provide a glimpse into the personalities and quirks of these great artists. Throughout the book, the author also discusses the historical and cultural context in which these musicians lived and worked. He explores the impact that politics, religion, and social norms had on their lives and careers. Overall, ""Among The Great Masters Of Music: Scenes In The Lives Of Famous Musicians"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in music history or the lives of these iconic figures.1900. Sixteen reproductions of famous paintings. Contains short sketches on the following: St. Cecilia; Palestrina; Lulli; Stradivarius; Tartini; Bach; Handel; Gluck; Mozart; Linley; Haydn; Weber; Beethoven; Schubert; Rouget de Lisle; Paganini; Mendelssohn; Chopin; Meyerbeer; Wagner; and Liszt.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162801387
• ISBN13: 9781162801384
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"