Rudolf Serkin : A Life - Stephen Lehmann

Instant online reading.
Don't wait for delivery!
Go digital and save!

Rudolf Serkin

A Life

By: Stephen Lehmann, Marion Faber

Write A Review

Hardcover | 1 March 2003

At a Glance

Hardcover
360 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
23.5 x 15.88 x 2.54

Hardcover

RRP $216.00

$159.75

26%OFF

or 4 interest-free payments of $39.94 with

or

Ships in 7 to 10 business days

This book is the first biography of 20th-century pianist Rudolf Serkin, providing a narrative of Serkin's life with emphasis on his European roots and the impact of his move to America. Based on his personal papers and correspondence, as well as extensive interviews with friends, family, and colleagues, the authors focus on three key aspects of Serkin's work, particularly as it unfolded in America: his art and career as a pianist, his activities as a pedagogue, including his long association with the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia, and his key role in institutionalizing a redefinition of musical values in America through his work as artistic director of the Marlboro Music School and Festival in Vermont. A candid and colorful blend of narrative and interviews, it offers a probing look into the life and character of this very private man and powerful musical personality. Along with a discography by Paul Farber that documents an essential part of Serkin's achievement, the book includes a CD of previously unreleased Serkin performances of Bach, Mendelssohn, and Chopin.

Industry Reviews

"On the whole it shows that genius can overcome adverse political and social milieus, can survive and triumph, but often only at the cost of personal suffering of others."--Michael H. Kater, The Canadian Center for German and European Studies, York University "A profoundly rewarding book about a profoundly influential musician."--Booklist,starred review "On the whole it shows that genius can overcome adverse political and social milieus, can survive and triumph, but often only at the cost of personal suffering of others."--Michael H. Kater, The Canadian Center for German and European Studies, York University

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $79.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.