Ludwig van Beethoven's chamber works are some of his most revered compositions. Victor Lederer guides the serious nonprofessional listener through this oeuvre in his new book Beethoven's Chamber Music: A Listener's Guide. Lederer shows how Beethoven's sonatas for violin and piano overflow with high [...]
This is an in-depth study of a seminal work, first performed in 1727.Johann Sebastian Bach's the "St. Matthew Passion" stands as a singular expression of religious sensibility. Conceived within the constraints of Bach's role as cantor of the St. Thomas Church in the provincial German city of Leipzig[...]
Part of the acclaimed "Unlocking the Maters" series from Amadeus Press, this book is a fascinating look at the life and works of a brilliant composer. Frederic Chopin died a famous man with his place in the musical pantheon secure. This listener's guide takes a detailed tour through the life and oeu[...]