The life of Schubert / Christopher H. Gibbs.
| Author/creator |
Gibbs, Christopher Howard |
| Format | Book and Print |
| Publication Info | Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2000. |
| Description | xiii, 211 pages : illustrations, music ; 23 cm. |
| Subject(s) |
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| Series | Musical lives Musical lives. ^A389495 |
| Contents | Prologue: Schubert yesterday -- Representing Schubert: 'A life devoted to art' -- Young Schubert: 'The master in the boy' -- Ingenious Schubert: 'The prince of song' -- Popular Schubert: 'The turning point' -- Dark Schubert: 'A black-winged demon of sorrow and melancholy' -- Poor Schubert: 'Miserable reality' -- Late Schubert: 'Who shall stand beside Beethoven?' -- Immortal Schubert: 'Composing invisibly' -- Epilogue: Schubert today.. |
| Abstract | Schubert was a child of Vienna, one of the most richly musical cities: a Vienna that worshipped Beethoven, adored Rossini, and thrilled to Paganini. Schubert, with the help of supportive friends who were themselves immersed in the arts, won fame for himself through songs and dances while aspiring to succeed with larger operas and symphonies. The author considers how and what Schubert composed, taking a fresh look at this misunderstood figure, particularly the unfolding of his professional career, his relationship to Beethoven, the growth of his reputation and public image and the darker side of drinking, depression and sexual ambiguity. This biography questions the customary sentimental cliches and the recent revisionist views concerning this elusive genius. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 190-197) and index. |
| LCCN | 99032936 |
| ISBN | 052159426X |
| ISBN | 0521595126 (pbk.) |
Available Items
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.S3 G53 2000 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |