The art of the piano : its performers, literature, and recordings

by David Dubal

Paper Book, 1995

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Available

Publication

San Diego : Harcourt Brace & Co., 1995.

Description

(Amadeus). This is the only complete and up-to-date book profiling every major pianist (thousands) and their essential repertoire and recordings. This third edition is completely revised (second edition: 1995 Harvest Books, ISBN# 0-15-600019-9), with hundreds more entries and updated information about existing entries. The book contains a CD for the first time featuring rare performances. "For all those interested in the piano, this book will provide great insight and knowledge. It must be read by everyone who loves the instrument." Vladimir Horowitz " The Art of the Piano is the best companion a piano aficionado could ask for." Baltimore Sun

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LibraryThing member jwhenderson
While classified as a "reference" book this is more than that and in its comprehensiveness it id quite marvelous. If you play the piano, enjoy listening to piano music, or just wonder what a piano is this is the book for you. I like to dip into it for reading pleasure or to find out about the
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wonders of piano literature and the great pianists who have brought their magic to bear on this music.
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