Examines the life and work of composer Fryderyk Chopin, alternating chapters of biographical narrati...
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Examines the life and work of composer Fryderyk Chopin, alternating chapters of biographical narrative with original commentary. Investigates the influence on Chopin of family, teachers, and the eventful political and cultural climate of Warsaw in his youth. Surveys Chopin's repertory piece by piece, devoting substantial discussion to issues spanning the whole of Chopin's work. Describes the influences of Bach, Italian Opera, and folk music on Chopin's development as a composer. A final chapter covers Chopin's influence and reception from his death to the present. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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