Author: PROD'HOMME, J. -G. (TRANSLATOR & EDITOR)
Title: Beethoven. Raconté par Ceux Qui L'Ont Vu.
Description: Paris: Éditions Stock, 1947. Original cloth. Browning throughout text block. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper Endpapers, pastedowns & hinges somewhat foxed & soiled. Spine, covers & corners slightly worn & soiled. ; Browning throughout text block. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper Endpapers, pastedowns & hinges somewhat foxed & soiled. Spine, covers & corners slightly worn & soiled. ; 18.6 x 13.2 x 2 cms; vii, 266 pages; Jacques-Gabriel Prod'homme (28 November 1871 – 18 June 1956) was a distinguished French musicologist and writer, renowned for his extensive contributions to the study and appreciation of classical music. Born in Paris, Prod'homme developed a profound interest in music from an early age, dedicating his career to musicology. He authored numerous biographies of prominent composers, including Hector Berlioz, Charles Gounod, and Niccolò Paganini, providing valuable insights into their lives and works. His biography of Paganini, part of the "Les Musiciens Célèbres" series published in 1927, remains a significant reference for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Prod'homme also played a pivotal role in translating Richard Wagner's prose works into French between 1907 and 1925, making Wagner's writings more accessible to the French-speaking audience. His collaboration with other scholars resulted in a comprehensive 13-volume collection that has been instrumental in Wagnerian studies. In addition to his writing and translation work, Prod'homme served as the president of the Société française de musicologie (French Society of Musicology) in 1944, reflecting his esteemed position within the academic community. His dedication to musicology extended to his involvement in preserving and promoting French musical heritage through various publications and scholarly activities. Prod'homme's legacy is marked by his meticulous research and passion for music, which have left an indelible mark on the field of musicology. His works continue to be referenced by scholars and music lovers, underscoring his lasting impact on the appreciation and understanding of classical music.. Good+ with no dust jacket .
Keywords: History Hearing
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Title: Beethoven. Raconté par Ceux Qui L'Ont Vu.
Description: Paris: Éditions Stock, 1947. Original cloth. Browning throughout text block. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper Endpapers, pastedowns & hinges somewhat foxed & soiled. Spine, covers & corners slightly worn & soiled. ; Browning throughout text block. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper Endpapers, pastedowns & hinges somewhat foxed & soiled. Spine, covers & corners slightly worn & soiled. ; 18.6 x 13.2 x 2 cms; vii, 266 pages; Jacques-Gabriel Prod'homme (28 November 1871 – 18 June 1956) was a distinguished French musicologist and writer, renowned for his extensive contributions to the study and appreciation of classical music. Born in Paris, Prod'homme developed a profound interest in music from an early age, dedicating his career to musicology. He authored numerous biographies of prominent composers, including Hector Berlioz, Charles Gounod, and Niccolò Paganini, providing valuable insights into their lives and works. His biography of Paganini, part of the "Les Musiciens Célèbres" series published in 1927, remains a significant reference for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Prod'homme also played a pivotal role in translating Richard Wagner's prose works into French between 1907 and 1925, making Wagner's writings more accessible to the French-speaking audience. His collaboration with other scholars resulted in a comprehensive 13-volume collection that has been instrumental in Wagnerian studies. In addition to his writing and translation work, Prod'homme served as the president of the Société française de musicologie (French Society of Musicology) in 1944, reflecting his esteemed position within the academic community. His dedication to musicology extended to his involvement in preserving and promoting French musical heritage through various publications and scholarly activities. Prod'homme's legacy is marked by his meticulous research and passion for music, which have left an indelible mark on the field of musicology. His works continue to be referenced by scholars and music lovers, underscoring his lasting impact on the appreciation and understanding of classical music.. Good+ with no dust jacket .
Keywords: History Hearing
Price: GBP 11.00 = appr. US$ 15.71 Seller: Literary Cat Books
- Book number: 63016
- Book number: 63016
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