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Edward MacDowell: A Great American Tone Poet, His Life And Music (1922)

Edward MacDowell: A Great American Tone Poet, His Life And Music (1922)

Porte, John F.

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MusiciansFiction AnthologiesClassical Music

ISBN10: 1436554446
ISBN13: 9781436554442
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 192
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Edward MacDowell: A Great American Tone Poet, His Life and Music is a biography written by John F. Porte in 1922. The book chronicles the life and career of Edward MacDowell, an American composer and pianist who was considered one of the leading figures in American classical music during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of MacDowell's early life, including his childhood in New York City and his studies at the Paris Conservatory. It also covers his marriage to Marian Nevins, a fellow musician who became his lifelong partner and collaborator. In addition to his personal life, the book delves into MacDowell's musical achievements, including his pioneering work in the field of tone poems. It also explores his contributions to American music education, as he was instrumental in establishing the first music conservatory in the United States. Overall, Edward MacDowell: A Great American Tone Poet, His Life and Music provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential composers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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