Arturo Toscanini

By Tobia Nicotra

Book Overview

""Arturo Toscanini"" by Tobia Nicotra is a biography of one of the most celebrated conductors of the 20th century. The book covers Toscanini's life from his early years in Parma, Italy, to his rise to fame as the conductor of the La Scala opera house in Milan and his subsequent career in the United States. Nicotra explores Toscanini's personal and professional relationships, including his tempestuous marriage to his wife Carla, and his collaborations with some of the greatest musicians of his time, such as Enrico Caruso and Artur Rubinstein. The book also delves into Toscanini's political beliefs and his activism against fascism, which led to his exile from Italy. Nicotra's writing is engaging and informative, providing a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of this complex and influential figure in music history.1929. Translated from the Italian by Irma Brandeis and H. D. Kahn. The biography of Toscanini, the most famous conductor of his time and considered by many to be the greatest conductor of the twentieth century. Contents: Foreshadowings; The Conductor Ordained; The Memory Phenomenon; The Dionysiac; Early Concerts and Opera; More Concerts and Talks on Music; Toscanini at the Scala; New York, 1908, to New York, 1920; The New Scala; Opera; Further Operatic Activity; and More Symphony Concert.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: 116279996X
• ISBN13: 9781162799964
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"