Percy Grainger
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This definitive biography, Percy Grainger, chronicles the extraordinary life of the eccentric Australian composer and pianist. It uncovers Grainger's groundbreaking contributions to music, from his innovative use of folk melodies to his pioneering work with electronic instruments. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of a complex artist, detailing his personal struggles and triumphs alongside his professional achievements. John Bird's meticulous research illustrates the profound influence Grainger wielded over 20th-century music, arguing for his enduring legacy beyond his most popular compositions. This compelling account offers an intimate look into the mind of a musical visionary.
Author: John Bird
Format: Hardback
Published: 1976, Macmillan.
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This definitive biography, Percy Grainger, chronicles the extraordinary life of the eccentric Australian composer and pianist. It uncovers Grainger's groundbreaking contributions to music, from his innovative use of folk melodies to his pioneering work with electronic instruments. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of a complex artist, detailing his personal struggles and triumphs alongside his professional achievements. John Bird's meticulous research illustrates the profound influence Grainger wielded over 20th-century music, arguing for his enduring legacy beyond his most popular compositions. This compelling account offers an intimate look into the mind of a musical visionary.