Brahms, his life and times / Paul Holmes.

Author/creator Holmes, Paul, 1947-
Format Book
Publication InfoSouthborough, Kent : Baton Press, 1984.
Description163 pages : illustrations, facsimiles, portraits ; 26 cm.
Subjects

SeriesComposers, their lives and times
Contents Squalor -- Escape -- Storm and stress -- Recuperation -- Caution -- Vienna -- Restlessness and recognition -- Triumph -- Respectability -- Beethoven's heir -- Intermezzo -- Maturity -- Quarrels and reconciliation -- Return of the native -- A sunset glow -- Into the dark.
Abstract Although trained as a virtuoso pianist, German composer Johannes Brahms (1833-97) spent his youth playing in sailors' taverns. Then his mentor Schumann's decline into madness and an abortive love affair with Schumann's wife launched Brahms out on his own. With this collection of letters, illustrations, and photographs, a vivid picture emerges of one of the greatest of composers.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (page 156) and index.
ISBN0859361462

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML410.B8 H64 1984 ✔ Available Place Hold