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Absolutely on Music: Conversations (Vintage International),Used
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A deeply personal, intimate conversation about music and writing between the internationally acclaimed, bestselling author and the former conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.In Absolutely on Music, internationally Haruki Murakami sits down with his friend Seiji Ozawa, the revered former conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, for a series of conversations on their shared passion: music. Over the course of two years, Murakami and Ozawa discuss everything from Brahms to Beethoven, from Leonard Bernstein to Glenn Gould, from Bartk to Mahler, and from popup orchestras to opera. They listen to and dissect recordings of some of their favorite performances, and Murakami questions Ozawa about his career conducting orchestras around the world.Culminating in Murakamis tenday visit to the banks of Lake Geneva to observe Ozawas retreat for young musicians, the book is interspersed with ruminations on record collecting, jazz clubs, orchestra halls, film scores, and much more. A deep reflection on the essential nature of both music and writing, Absolutely on Music is an unprecedented glimpse into the minds of two maestros.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Absolutely on Music'? A: The main theme of 'Absolutely on Music' revolves around the intimate conversations between Haruki Murakami and Seiji Ozawa, focusing on their shared passion for music and the reflections on the nature of music and writing.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Haruki Murakami, a best-selling author, and features conversations with Seiji Ozawa, the former conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Absolutely on Music' comes in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Absolutely on Music' have? A: The book contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: When was 'Absolutely on Music' published? A: 'Absolutely on Music' was published on October 3, 2017.
- Q: Is this book suitable for music enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is highly suitable for music enthusiasts, as it provides deep insights into various musical topics and personal reflections from renowned figures in the music world.
- Q: Does the book discuss specific composers or musicians? A: Yes, the book discusses a variety of composers and musicians, including Brahms, Beethoven, Leonard Bernstein, and Glenn Gould.
- Q: What can readers expect from the conversations in the book? A: Readers can expect a deeply personal and intimate exploration of music, as Murakami and Ozawa share their thoughts on performances, orchestras, and the essence of music.
- Q: Is 'Absolutely on Music' a translated work? A: Yes, this book is a translation of conversations originally conducted in Japanese.
- Q: What genre does 'Absolutely on Music' fall under? A: 'Absolutely on Music' falls under the genre of Classical literature.