Schubert : the final years / by John Reed.
| Author/creator | Reed, John |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New York : St. Martin's Press, ©1972. |
| Description | 280 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Preface -- October 1825-March 1826 -- April-September 1826 -- 'This, my symphony ...' -- October 1826-September 1827 -- Styrian interlude: September 1827 -- October 1827-February 1828 -- March 1828 -- April-November 1828 -- Retrospect. |
| Abstract | What is there new to be said about Schubert? In this book the author puts forward some theories concerning Schubert's later works which give a significant angle to the development of the composer during his final years. A major discovery regarding the composition of the great C major Symphony throws fresh light on the controversial question of Schubert's later works and also provides a new insight into the composer's personality. Schubert has been thought of as one of the most striking and puzzling cases of genius unrecognized during the nineteenth century and the reasons for this have caused speculation. This question is also considered and together with the weight of evidence offered, an impressively accurate portrait of the composer is revealed. This book gives a lucid and closely-argued re-assessment of Schubert's last years. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 72085509 |
| ISBN | 0571098428 |
| ISBN | 9780571098422 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.S3 R264 1972 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |