Brahms and some of his works by Pitts Sanborn
"Brahms and some of his works" by Pitts Sanborn is a musical guide written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a concise introduction to the life and significant compositions of Johannes Brahms, a key figure in classical music history. It is aimed particularly at a radio audience that seeks to deepen their understanding of Brahms's orchestral works, offering insights into both the composer’s biography and his music. The contentof the book provides a detailed exploration of Brahms's journey as a composer from his humble beginnings in Hamburg to his establishment in Vienna. Sanborn discusses various compositions in depth, including the "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor" and the "Symphonies," along with their historical context and reception. He emphasizes Brahms's unique style, which combines traditional forms with emotive depth, illustrating how Brahms's works reflect his personal experiences and cultural influences. Overall, the book elucidates the complexity and richness of Brahms as a composer while making his music accessible to readers and listeners. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sanborn, Pitts, 1879-1941 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 40031979 |
| Title | Brahms and some of his works |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Note | "Written for and dedicated to the Radio Members of the Philharmonic-Symphony Society of New York" |
| Credits | Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan, Linda Cantoni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Brahms, Johannes, 1833-1897 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49127 |
| Release Date | Jun 3, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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