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Maurice Ravel: A Life,Used
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Maurice Ravel: A Life is the first convincing attempt to paint a portrait of the life and work of the hitherto enigmatic composer of Bolero, Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, and Lenfant Et Les Sortileges. Ivry offers here a convincing solution to the muchdiscussed "mystery" of Ravels sexuality. More than simply "outing" Ravel as a gay man for the first time among numerous writers on this composer, this book discusses how his secretive sexuality impacted his work. Using unpublished documents, letters, articles and memoirs, many of which were previously unknown even to Arbie Orenstein, universally considered the worlds leading scholar of Ravel studies, Ivry presents a more rounded view of Ravel, man and musician. Descriptions of musical works are in nontechnical language, friendly to the reader with no specialized knowledge of classical music. Like Ivrys widely acclaimed biography of Poulenc, universally seen as the standard life of this composer in any language, his new Ravel is likely to become a classic of contemporary musical biography.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Maurice Ravel: A Life'? A: 'Maurice Ravel: A Life' explores the life and work of composer Maurice Ravel, particularly addressing the mystery surrounding his sexuality and how it influenced his music.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The book is authored by Benjamin Ivry, who is recognized for his expertise in musical biography.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers without a background in classical music? A: Yes, the descriptions of musical works are written in non-technical language, making it accessible to readers without specialized knowledge of classical music.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Maurice Ravel: A Life' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 229 pages.
- Q: When was 'Maurice Ravel: A Life' published? A: The book was published on August 1, 2000.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating it is in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: Does the book include any unpublished materials? A: Yes, the biography utilizes unpublished documents, letters, articles, and memoirs to provide a comprehensive view of Ravel's life and work.
- Q: Is this biography considered a reliable source on Maurice Ravel? A: Yes, it is expected to become a classic of contemporary musical biography, similar to Ivry's acclaimed biography of Poulenc.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Maurice Ravel: A Life' is categorized under 'Artists, Architects & Photographers', reflecting its focus on a significant figure in the music world.