Bach: A Musical Biography

ISBN-13: 9781107139251 / Angielski / Twarda / 2016 / 718 str.

Peter Williams

Opis

Peter Williams revisits Bach's biography through the lens of his music, revealing the development of the composer's interests and priorities.

Recenzje

'Bach: A Musical Biography represents an important addition to Bach scholarship, and is a vital possession for the serious Bach enthusiast.' John Robert Brown, Classical Music

Spis treści

Part I. Life and Works: 1. Early years, 1685–1703: background, family, studies; 2. First appointments, 1703–1708: a young musician's activities and early works; 3. Weimar, 1708–1717: the gifted player at a ducal court; 4. Cöthen, 1717–1723: other opportunities for the maturing composer; 5. Leipzig, the first years: a cantor's life, his duties, cantatas, Passions, publications; 6. Leipzig, the middle years: other activities; 7. Leipzig, the final years: a concentration on the language of music; Part II. Observations on the Life and Works: 8. What was said, what can be inferred; 9. An epilogue.