A Life Of Love & Music: The Memoirs Of Hector Berlioz 1803-1865

A Life Of Love & Music: The Memoirs Of Hector Berlioz 1803-1865

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Author: Hector Berlioz
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1987

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase.

This compelling autobiography presents the life and times of one of music's most influential figures, Hector Berlioz. A foundational work in music history, "A Life of Love & Music: The Memoirs of Hector Berlioz 1803-1865" chronicles the composer's artistic journey, personal struggles, and the vibrant cultural landscape of 19th-century Europe. Berlioz details his revolutionary musical ideas, his relationships with contemporaries, and the challenges he faced in bringing his ambitious compositions to life. This candid and often humorous account offers invaluable insights into the creative process and the evolution of classical music, making it essential reading for music enthusiasts and historians alike.

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Description

Author: Hector Berlioz
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1987

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase.

This compelling autobiography presents the life and times of one of music's most influential figures, Hector Berlioz. A foundational work in music history, "A Life of Love & Music: The Memoirs of Hector Berlioz 1803-1865" chronicles the composer's artistic journey, personal struggles, and the vibrant cultural landscape of 19th-century Europe. Berlioz details his revolutionary musical ideas, his relationships with contemporaries, and the challenges he faced in bringing his ambitious compositions to life. This candid and often humorous account offers invaluable insights into the creative process and the evolution of classical music, making it essential reading for music enthusiasts and historians alike.