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Great Pianists on Piano Playing: Godowsky, Hofmann, Lhevinne, Paderewski and 24 Other Legendary Performers
Contributor(s): Cooke, James Francis (Author)
ISBN: 0486408450     ISBN-13: 9780486408453
Publisher: Dover Publications
OUR PRICE:   $14.36  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: June 1999
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Annotation: Great pianists discuss topics ranging from piano technique and musical development to becoming a virtuoso. Included are Busoni's "Important Details in Piano Study," Rachmaninoff's "Essentials of Artistic Playing," Paderewski's "Breadth in Musical Art," and much more. Includes 2 introductory essays, artist biographies, artists' study questions, more.
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BISAC Categories:
- Music | Musical Instruments - Piano & Keyboard
- Music | Individual Composer & Musician
- Music | History & Criticism - General
Dewey: 786.214
LCCN: 99038221
Series: Great Pianists: In Their Own Words
Physical Information: 0.83" H x 8.39" W x 8.39" (1.03 lbs) 464 pages
 
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Learning from a virtuoso is something that any piano student would love to do. But while master classes are rare, this remarkable book allows us to share the thoughts, musical insights, and experience of the world's greatest pianists.
In 28 separate interviews, these legendary artists talk about piano technique, musical development, what is required to achieve virtuoso piano artistry, and many other topics related to keyboard performance. Included are Busoni's "Important Details in Piano Study," Rachmaninoff's "Essentials of Artistic Playing," Paderewski's "Breadth in Musical Art," Grainger's "Modernism in Pianoforte Study," as well as fascinating perceptions and commentary from Bachaus, Carre o, Gabrilowitsch, Godowsky, Hofmann, Lh vinne, Scharwenka, and other masters.
Containing a wealth of information and practical advice, including biographical sketches of each musician, Great Pianists on Piano Playing is a one-of-a-kind collection that piano students, teachers, and any music lover will treasure.