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What to Listen for in Beethoven
The essential introduction to the world's foremost composer and to the hidden pleasures of classical music.
Beethoven's enduring popularity eclipses all other composers. Over a century and a half has passed since his death, yet his towering accomplishments remain the standard against which all other Western music has been judged. This fascinating and accessible guide to understanding both the man and the musician is also a rewarding exploration of the basics of classical music itself.
Beethoven's enduring popularity eclipses all other composers. Over a century and a half has passed since his death, yet his towering accomplishments remain the standard against which all other Western music has been judged. This fascinating and accessible guide to understanding both the man and the musician is also a rewarding exploration of the basics of classical music itself.
- GenresMusic
260 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1996
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Robert Harris
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Robert Harris is a long-time music journalist, writer, teacher, and broadcaster. From 2000-2008, he was the host and producer of I Hear Music, a weekly show presented on CBC Radio 2. He is the author of two books, What to Listen for in Mozart, and What to Listen for in Beethoven. He is the classical music critic for The Globe and Mail.
Robert Harris is a long-time music journalist, writer, teacher, and broadcaster. From 2000-2008, he was the host and producer of I Hear Music, a weekly show presented on CBC Radio 2. He is the author of two books, What to Listen for in Mozart, and What to Listen for in Beethoven. He is the classical music critic for The Globe and Mail.
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February 12, 2020
I’ll admit that I skimmed through this book.
It is not for any serious student of Beethoven or his work. It does offer easy access to the important facts of his life and how they relate to his work. If you want more, seek it elsewhere.
It is not for any serious student of Beethoven or his work. It does offer easy access to the important facts of his life and how they relate to his work. If you want more, seek it elsewhere.
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