Richard Wagner

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827) is one of the most famous and influential classical musicians of all time. He was particularly instrumental in the transition from the Classic to the Romantic. He was born in Germany but lived from his early twenties in Vienna. There he studied under Haydn and became recognized for his prodigious talents. Though Beethoven declined into deafness from his twenties, he continued to compose, perform and conduct, even

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Unabridged score of composer's last opera, renowned for splendid music and glowing orchestration. Deeply personal treatment of the legend of the Holy Grail, themes of sacred and profane love, innocence and purity, remorse and sexual renunciation. Reprint of authoritative C. F. Peters edition, including list of characters and contents in both German and English.

Wagner, más que un músico y un poeta con nombre, fue también un notable escritor y pensador, así¬ como un ensayista prolífico. Sus ideas y sus propuestas son imprescindibles para captar las relaciones entre la música y la filosofí¬a, o si se quiere, entre la musicología y la historia de las ideas, un aspecto fundamental de la teoría estética. La meta a la que apuntan estos escritos wagnerianos es un nuevo arte que ha de sumar y potenciar...

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"My Life" by Richard Wagner is a captivating autobiographical work that offers readers an intimate glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most influential composers in music history. In this engrossing memoir, Wagner traces his life's journey from his early years to his artistic triumphs and personal trials. Wagner's writing is both introspective and eloquent as he reflects on his musical inspirations, creative process, and the challenges he...

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