Gian Francesco Malipiero (1882-1973): The Life, Times and Music of a Wayward Genius

by John C.G. Waterhouse

In recent years Gian Francesco Malipiero has been recognised increasingly widely as one of the most original and strangely fascinating Italian composers of the early 20th century. He was the teacher of Maderna and Nono, and was revered by (among many others) Dallapiccola, who even called him the most important (musical) personality that Italy has had since the death of Verdi . He was also a key figure in the revival of the long- neglected music of...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9057022109
• ISBN13: 9789057022104
• Release Date: November 1999
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 2.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.0" x 10.0"