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Leaves From The Journals Of Sir George Smart (1907)

Leaves From The Journals Of Sir George Smart (1907)

Smart, George Thomas
Cox, Hugh Bertram
Cox, C. L. E.

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Biographies GeneralLetters & Essays

ISBN10: 1165042193
ISBN13: 9781165042197
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 372
Weight: 1.57
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Leaves From The Journals Of Sir George Smart is a book that was originally published in 1907. It is a collection of journals written by Sir George Smart, a prominent British musician and conductor of the early 19th century. The journals cover a period of over 40 years, from 1802 to 1844, and provide a fascinating insight into the life and times of one of the most important figures in British music history.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period of Smart's life. The first section covers his early years, including his apprenticeship with the composer William Shield and his work as a music copyist. The second section covers his time as a conductor, including his work with the Philharmonic Society and his collaborations with composers such as Beethoven and Mendelssohn.The third section covers Smart's work as a composer, including his operas and his contributions to the English church music tradition. The final section of the book covers his later years, including his retirement and his reflections on his life and career.Throughout the book, Smart provides a wealth of detail about the musical world of his time, including the personalities, politics, and controversies that shaped it. He also offers insights into his own creative process and his relationships with other musicians, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British music.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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