My Musical Life And Recollections (1893)

By Jules Riviere and Jules Prudence Riviere

Book Overview

My Musical Life And Recollections is a memoir written by Jules Prudence Riviere, a French musician and composer, in 1893. In this book, Riviere provides a detailed account of his life as a musician, from his early years as a student at the Paris Conservatoire to his later career as a composer and conductor. He shares his experiences performing in various orchestras and opera houses throughout Europe, including the Paris Opera and the Royal Opera House in London.Riviere also discusses his relationships with other prominent musicians of his time, such as Hector Berlioz and Franz Liszt. He shares anecdotes about his interactions with these figures, as well as his thoughts on their music and contributions to the field.Throughout the book, Riviere reflects on the changing musical landscape of the 19th century, as well as the challenges and rewards of pursuing a career in music. He also provides insights into his own creative process as a composer, sharing his inspirations and techniques.Overall, My Musical Life And Recollections offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a 19th century musician, as well as a valuable historical perspective on the development of classical music during this era.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: 1104146665
• ISBN13: 9781104146665
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"