Frederick Chopin: As A Man And A Musician V1

By Friedrich Niecks

Book Overview

Frederick Chopin: As A Man And A Musician V1 is a comprehensive biography of the famous Polish composer and pianist, written by Friedrich Niecks. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Chopin's life from his birth in 1810 to his departure from Poland in 1830. The book begins with a detailed account of Chopin's family background and childhood in Warsaw, exploring his early musical education and influences. The author then goes on to examine Chopin's teenage years, during which he began to establish himself as a professional musician and composer in Warsaw's musical circles. The book also delves into Chopin's personal life, exploring his relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners. It provides insights into his personality, character, and beliefs, as well as his struggles with illness and emotional turmoil. Throughout the book, Niecks provides a detailed analysis of Chopin's music, discussing his style, technique, and influences. He also examines Chopin's compositions in the context of the musical traditions of his time, highlighting their originality and innovation. Overall, Frederick Chopin: As A Man And A Musician V1 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a detailed portrait of the life, work, and legacy of one of the most celebrated composers of the Romantic era.In Two Volumes. Encompasses His Historical, Political, Artistic Social And Personal Surroundings, Using Information Gleaned Not Only From His Books, Pamphlets, Magazines And Usual Sources, But Also From Chopin's Personal Correspondence And Conversation With His Friends And Pupils.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: 1162984341
• ISBN13: 9781162984346
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"