Dictators Of The Baton

Dictators Of The Baton

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: David Ewen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Alliance Book Corporation, 1943

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some markings and holes to board, tanning and foxing to pages.

Dictators Of The Baton chronicles the compelling lives and formidable careers of the world's most influential orchestral conductors. This insightful volume presents a vivid portrait of these musical titans, detailing their unique leadership styles and the profound impact they wielded over their ensembles and the classical music landscape. Ewen illustrates how these figures shaped the interpretation and performance of iconic works, often through sheer force of will and unparalleled artistic vision. The narrative uncovers the complex personalities and demanding methods that defined an era of musical mastery, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the power dynamics within the symphony orchestra.

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Description

Author: David Ewen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Alliance Book Corporation, 1943

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some markings and holes to board, tanning and foxing to pages.

Dictators Of The Baton chronicles the compelling lives and formidable careers of the world's most influential orchestral conductors. This insightful volume presents a vivid portrait of these musical titans, detailing their unique leadership styles and the profound impact they wielded over their ensembles and the classical music landscape. Ewen illustrates how these figures shaped the interpretation and performance of iconic works, often through sheer force of will and unparalleled artistic vision. The narrative uncovers the complex personalities and demanding methods that defined an era of musical mastery, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the power dynamics within the symphony orchestra.