Piano Notes : The Hidden World of the Pianist

Name: Piano Notes
Brand: Penguin Books Ltd
SKU: 9780140298635
Price: 2350 KES
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ISBN: 9780140298635

by Charles Rosen

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Format Paperback / softback

ISBN-10 0140298630

ISBN-13 9780140298635

Publisher Penguin Books Ltd

Imprint Penguin Books Ltd

Country of Manufacture GB

Country of Publication GB

Publication Date May 27th, 2004

Print length 256 Pages

Weight 194 grams

Dimensions 19.70 x 13.00 x 1.60 cms

Product Classification: Keyboard instruments

KSh 2,350.00

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An exploration of the delights and demands of the piano. It considers various aspects of the instrument: from what makes a beautiful sound to suffering from stage fright, from the physical challenges of playing to tales of great musicians, including Vladimir Horowitz's recording tricks, and why Artur Rubenstein applied hairspray to the keys.

In this eloquent, intimate exploration of the delights and demands of the piano, world-renowned concert pianist and music writer Charles Rosen draws on a lifetime''s wisdom to consider every aspect of the instrument: from what makes a beautiful sound to suffering from stage fright, from the physical challenges of playing to tales of great musicians, including Vladimir Horowitz''s recording tricks, Rachmaninov''s hands and why Artur Rubenstein applied hairspray to the keys. Gracefully blending anecdote, history, expertise and memoir, Piano Notes will enchant anyone with a passion for music.

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