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Chasing Chopin: A Musical Journey Across Three Centuries, Four Countries, And A Halfdozen Revolutions
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A Modern Take On A Classical Icon: This Original, Entertaining, Wellresearched Book Uses The Story Of When, Where, And How Chopin Composed His Most Famous Work, Uncovering Many Surprises Along The Way And Showing How His Innovative Music Still Animates Popular Culture Centuries Later.The Frdric Chopin Annik Lafarge Presents Here Is Not The Melancholy, Sickly, Romantic Figure So Often Portrayed. The Artist She Discovered Is, Instead, A Purely Independent Spirit: An Innovator Who Created A New Musical Language, An Autodidact Who Became A Spiritually Generous, Trailblazing Teacher, A Stalwart Patriot During A Time Of Revolution And Exile.In Chasing Chopin She Follows In His Footsteps During The Three Years, 18371840, When He Composed His Iconic Funeral Marchdum Dum Da Dumusing Its Composition Story To Illuminate The Key Themes Of His Life: A Deep Attachment To His Polish Homeland; His Complex Relationship With Writer George Sand; Their Harrowing But Consequential Sojourn On Majorca; The Rapidly Developing Technology Of The Piano, Which Enabled His Unique Tone And Voice; Social And Political Revolution In 1830S Paris; Friendship With Other Artists, From The Famous Eugne Delacroix To The Lesser Known, Yet Notorious In His Time, Marquis De Custine. Each Of These Threadsmusical, Political, Social, Personalis Woven Through The Funeral March In Chopins Opus 35 Sonata, A Melody So Famous Its Known Around The World Even To People Who Know Nothing About Classical Music. But It Is Not, As Lafarge Discovered, The Piece Of Music We Think We Know.As Part Of Her Research Into Chopins World, Then And Now, Lafarge Visited Piano Makers, Monuments, Churches, And Archives; She Talked To Scholars, Jazz Musicians, Video Game Makers, Software Developers, Music Teachers, Theater Directors, And Of Course Dozens Of Pianists.The Result Is Extraordinary: An Engrossing, Pageturning Work Of Musical Discovery And An Artful Portrayal Of A Man Whose Work And Life Continue To Inspire Artists And Cultural Innovators In Astonishing Ways.A Companion Website, Whychopin, Presents Links To Each Piece Of Music Mentioned In The Book, Organized By Chapter In The Order In Which It Appears, Along With Photos, Resources, Videos, And More.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Chasing Chopin'? A: The main theme of 'Chasing Chopin' is the exploration of Frédéric Chopin's life, focusing on his innovative contributions to music and how his personal experiences shaped his compositions, particularly his iconic 'Funeral March'.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Chasing Chopin'? A: The author of 'Chasing Chopin' is Annik LaFarge, who presents a modern perspective on Chopin's life and work.
- Q: What type of book is 'Chasing Chopin'? A: Chasing Chopin is a historical and critical examination of the life of Frédéric Chopin, blending musical discovery with biographical elements.
- Q: How many pages does 'Chasing Chopin' have? A: The book 'Chasing Chopin' has a total of 240 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Chasing Chopin'? A: Chasing Chopin was published on August 11, 2020.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Chasing Chopin'? A: The book is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Chasing Chopin' suitable for readers unfamiliar with classical music? A: Yes, 'Chasing Chopin' is written in an accessible manner that appeals to both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
- Q: Does 'Chasing Chopin' include additional resources for readers? A: Yes, the book features a companion website, WhyChopin, which includes links to music mentioned in the book, along with photos, resources, and videos.
- Q: What are some key aspects of Chopin's life discussed in the book? A: Key aspects include Chopin's deep connection to his Polish homeland, his relationship with writer George Sand, and the social and political climate of 1830s Paris.
- Q: Can 'Chasing Chopin' be considered a biography? A: Yes, while it covers Chopin's music, 'Chasing Chopin' also functions as a biography, detailing his life events and personal relationships.