James Huneker

Broschiertes Buch

Chopin

the Man and His Music

Beschreibung

"Chopin: The Man and His Music" by James Huneker offers a compelling exploration of the life and works of Frédéric Chopin, one of the Romantic period's most celebrated composers. A key figure in piano music, Chopin's genius is examined through a blend of biography, musical analysis, and critical assessment. Huneker delves into Chopin's unique contributions, illuminating his distinctive style and lasting influence. This volume provides insights into the composer's world, revealing the artistry and emotions that underpin his enduring compositions. Readers interested in music history, biography, and the evolution of musical expression will find a wealth of information within these pages. Discover the man behind the music and gain a deeper appreciation for Chopin's unparalleled artistry. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

James Gibbons Huneker was an American art, literary, music, and theatrical reviewer. A colorful individual and an ambitious writer, he was "an American with a great mission," in the words of his friend, the critic Benjamin De Casseres, and that mission was to educate Americans about the best cultural achievements, native and European, of his day. From 1892 to 1899, he was the husband of sculptor Clio Hinton. Huneker was born in Philadelphia. His parents forced him to study law, but he realized that a legal career was not for him; he was enthusiastic about music and writing, and hoped to one day be a concert pianist and novelist. Huneker and his wife and child returned to Philadelphia the next year, but he was never content in his hometown and longed for the larger stage of New York, where he wanted to try his luck as a journalist while continuing his musical studies. He relocated to New York City in 1886, abandoning his wife and child. He scraped by providing piano lessons and lived a downtown bohemian lifestyle while studying with Franz Liszt's student Rafael Joseffy, who became a friend and mentor. (Huneker's musical gods were Liszt, Chopin, and Brahms. In 1900, he released a biography of Chopin and wrote a commentary on Chopin's complete works for Schirmer's Music Publishing Company.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 249g
• ISBN-13: 9781022978782
• ISBN-10: 1022978780
• Artikelnr.: 74072765