The Virtuoso Liszt (New Perspectives in Music History and Criticism)
Editorial Reviews
Review
'CUP is to be warmly applauded for its stalwart and enterprising series New Perspectives in Music History and Criticism ... this is an historically and contextually rich exposition, elucidating aspects we think we already understand. Gooley's approach, while rigorous and erudite, makes few demands on the reader as regards technical know-how. The author's priorities are those of the thinking pianist, culturally inquisitive non-musician and alert listener.' Classical Music
'... a responsible piece of historical and interpretative writing, a valuable contribution to our understanding of Liszt and the forces that made his remarkable career possible.' Times Literary Supplement
Book Description
How does Franz Liszt's career compare when viewed from the perspective of European cultural history? This book examines how Liszt's contemporaries perceived and interpreted his significance. Dana Gooley explains why the cultural context of his concert career contributed to his unprecedented popularity and focuses on controversies provoked by Liszt in the press. Gooley includes many new insights about his highly original performing style.
The Virtuoso Liszt (New Perspectives in Music History and Criticism)
The Virtuoso Liszt (New Perspectives in Music History and Criticism),Dana Gooley,Jeffrey Kallberg,Anthony Newcomb,Ruth Solie,Cambridge University Press,0521834430,1811-1886,19th century,Appreciation,Genres & Styles - Classical,Liszt, Franz,,Music,Musical Instruments - Piano,Performances,Public opinion,Social aspects,Virtuosity in music,Composers & musicians,Music / General,Techniques of music
The Virtuoso Liszt (New Perspectives in Music History and Criticism)
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